podcastsinenglish Level 3.144 Feeling hot, hot, hot!
Jul 26, 2018
Hosts discuss the intense UK heatwave of 2023, drawing comparisons to the scorching summer of 1976. They highlight the historical context of water-saving measures, like hosepipe bans, and explore the broader impact on countries worldwide, from wildfires in Sweden to record temperatures in Algeria. The conversation touches on the role of the jet stream and global warming in driving these extreme conditions. Humorously, they reflect on the quirks of summer in the UK, and the broader implications of even a slight rise in global temperatures.
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Memories Of The 1976 Heatwave
- Jackie and Richard recall the 1976 UK heatwave with daily beach visits and water play.
- Richard remembers hosepipe bans and government advice like "save water, bath with a friend."
Jet Stream Drives Prolonged Heat
- The present heatwave links to a northward jet stream and a persistent high-pressure system over northern Europe.
- That configuration produces prolonged hot weather across affected regions.
This Heatwave Is Global In Scale
- This heatwave is global, affecting many Northern Hemisphere countries from Sweden to Japan and North America.
- Wildfires and extreme temperatures show the event's wide geographic scale and severity.