Over 2,700 People Died in England and Wales During Exceptional Spring Heatwaves
BBC—A new study estimates that more than 2,700 people may have died as a result of the exceptional heatwaves that swept England and Wales during May and June, making it one of the deadliest climate events in recent British history. The death toll reflects the vulnerability of an aging population and the lack of adequate cooling infrastructure across much of England. Health experts are calling for urgent investment in heat resilience, including cool spaces and early warning systems. The findings are expected to intensify debates about climate adaptation policy in the United Kingdom.