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UK Heatwave Threatens Power Grid | Leicester News
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- Jun 29, 2026
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Summary
UK braces for record-breaking heatwave hitting 41°C, risking nationwide blackouts as power grids strain under soaring demand. Last year’s heatwave caused thousands of outages — this time, experts warn critical services like water and phones could be affected, plus wildfires loom as power lines sag. Prepare now: stock up on flashlights, charge your phone, and check on vulnerable neighbors. The Met Office says this isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s a serious emergency. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7aa37c9ef31b89ea