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England Hospitals Declare Critical Incidents Amid Extreme Heat

Published Thursday, June 25, 2026 · Updated June 25

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  • NHS Preparedness and Climate Risks — 1 source

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Several NHS trusts in England have declared critical incidents as a direct consequence of extreme heat, with failing machines and IT systems contributing to the crisis. This situation highlights the underpreparedness of the health service for climate-related challenges.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Several NHS trusts in England have declared critical incidents due to extreme heat.
  • The critical incidents are partly attributed to failing machines and IT systems caused by the extreme heat.

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NHS Preparedness and Climate Risks
  • The Guardian

    The article highlights the dangerous underpreparedness of the NHS for extreme heat, advocating for system-level changes and infrastructure upgrades to withstand climate risks.

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