Most UK media reports on June heatwave failed to mention climate crisis

An analysis by the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit found that nearly 75% of UK media coverage regarding the June heatwave failed to mention the climate crisis. The report emphasizes a disconnect between extreme weather events and climate change reporting.
Burnt ground after a wildfire at Devil’s Dyke in West Sussex, as the UK’s prolonged heatwave raises the risk of further blazes. Photograph: Jamie Lashmar/PA Burnt ground after a wildfire at Devil’s Dyke in West Sussex, as the UK’s prolonged heatwave raises the risk of further blazes. Photograph: Jamie Lashmar/PA Extreme heat Most UK media reports on June heatwave failed to mention climate crisis Exclusive: Analysis of nearly 2,500 articles finds almost three-quarters made no reference to global heating
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