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Climate Change and Future Heatwave Risks in the UK
MULTIPLE REPORTS·Published ·Main source · The Guardian Environment
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Bill McGuire (Professor Emeritus, UCL)
United Kingdom
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Projections for 2052 suggest extreme heatwaves in London, with temperatures exceeding 40C.
Lack of housing insulation and water scarcity are identified as critical infrastructure failures.
The UK Climate Change Committee warns of significant future water deficits and food security issues.
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