EXTREME HEAT: WHY OUR CITIES CAN'T COPE | OPINION

The UK and Europe have been facing extreme heatwaves – Greenpeace recorded temperatures of up to 53C at one London playground in recent weeks. It’s clear our cities are not equipped to deal with the soaring temperatures brought by the climate crisis.

The Guardian reports that the UK and Europe have been facing extreme heatwaves – Greenpeace recorded temperatures of up to 53C at one London playground in recent weeks.

The report adds: It’s clear our cities are not equipped to deal with the soaring temperatures brought by the climate crisis.

With the ‘Super El Niño’ on its way, next year is forecast to get even hotter.

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