Heatwave hell: are soaring temperatures the new normal? – The Latest

热浪地狱:飙升的气温是否成为新常态?——最新资讯

Today in Focus

2026-05-25

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The UK is experiencing record-breaking temperatures in an unprecedented May heatwave, while large parts of Europe are also facing blistering conditions. As the climate crisis makes extreme heat more likely, are we prepared? Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian reporter Helena Horton – watch on YouTube. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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  • Our country just isn't prepared for this level of heat.

  • There's also a phenomenon happening called El Nino.

  • It turbocharges heat waves.

  • It's predicted to be a super El Nino.

  • If the El Nino hits, we're likely to have very hot summer next year.

  • The UK has recorded the hottest day on record in May as an early heatwave engulfs Europe

  • and serves as a reminder of how the climate crisis is affecting lives.

  • From the Guardian's Today in Focus, this is the latest with me, Lucy Hough.