The UK experienced an extraordinary year of weather in 2003. An unusually hot and dry winter and spring paved the way for a summer unlike any other. The country struggled as temperatures soared, resulting in over 2,000 heat-related deaths.
This documentary, airing on Channel 5 on Saturday evening, explores the impact of this extreme weather, including fires, melting roads, warped rail tracks, and crop damage. However, for some, it was a season of enjoyment, with outdoor dining, sunbathing, and barbecues as the UK broke temperature records.
Heatwave: The Deadly Summer of ’03 airs on Channel 5 at 8:30 PM on Saturday 7 September 2024.
