UK HEATWAVE: Angry Brits Blast UK Government Over NO ACs & Water Shortage

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England is running dangerously dry as a fifth heatwave pushes temperatures toward 38°C. More than 70% is now in drought. What You Need to Know 71.3% of England was officially classified as being in drought by August 10. Around 45 million people are living in areas affected by drought conditions. More than 27 million people face water-use restrictions. England recorded just 6.5mm of rain in July, around 10% of its long-term average. July was the driest month on record for England and Wales. Britain is experiencing its fifth heatwave of the summer, with London reaching 38.1°C. Extreme heat and dry conditions are also increasing the threat of wildfires across the UK. Video Chapters 00:00 - Britain’s Fifth Heatwave Hits 38°C 00:38 - Why England Is Facing a Drought Crisis 01:15 - 71% of England Officially in Drought 01:55 - 27 Million Face Water Restrictions 02:35 - London Turns Yellow and Parched 03:15 - Britain’s Growing Wildfire Threat 04:00 - Can the UK Cope With Extreme Heat? #ukhea

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