'I'm about to explode': UK hits 35C in spring as warning issued
The UK is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave this spring, with temperatures reaching 35.1 degrees Celsius in London. Many residents are struggling to cope with the heat, as most homes lack air conditioning and were built for cooler climates. Experts warn that climate change is making these high temperatures more common in the UK.
- ▪London recorded its hottest May day on record with temperatures reaching 34.8C.
- ▪Only 5 percent of British households have air conditioning, compared to over 70 percent in Australia.
- ▪Public transport in London, including buses and the underground, lacks air conditioning, making it uncomfortable for commuters.
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Warning issued as UK hits 35C in spring and records tumbleBy Europe bureau chief Mazoe Ford in LondonTopic:Climate ChangeFri 29 May 2026 at 4:47amFri 29 May 2026 at 4:47amFri 29 May 2026 at 4:47amLondon's spring heatwave was too much for some people. (Reuters: Chris J. Ratcliffe)abc.net.au/news/uk-weather-has-people-wondering-if-country-is-built-for-heat/106724958Link copiedShareShare articleFor Brits, talking about the weather is a national obsession. Lately, however, something has changed.Dreary conversations regarding drizzle, be gone! Now, soaring temperatures are dominating the discussion.As the mercury climbed around the United Kingdom this week, and new May maximums were recorded in multiple areas — Kew Gardens in London, for example, reached 35.1 degrees Celsius on Tuesday —…
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