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Record Heat Ends, But Hotter Future Looms

Summary

  • Jersey and Guernsey recorded their hottest days ever this week.
  • Record June temperatures were also broken in Cornwall and Devon.
  • Experts warn future heatwaves will become more frequent and intense.
Record Heat Ends, But Hotter Future Looms

Extreme heat has subsided in the South West and Channel Islands, concluding a period that saw record-breaking temperatures. Jersey and Guernsey registered their highest ever temperatures, while Cornwall and Devon surpassed previous June records.

Although temperatures are expected to decrease, a yellow thunderstorm warning remains for parts of Devon. Experts from the University of Exeter's Global Systems Institute highlight that this extreme heat is consistent with climate change projections.

These experts warn that heatwaves will intensify and occur more frequently, urging immediate and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate future warming.

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