Liberal Democrats propose opening air-conditioned buildings like gyms and libraries as "cool hubs" during heatwaves for public use. These hubs aim to provide vulnerable individuals with relief from extreme heat. The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts, with temperatures projected to reach 34C, marking the third heatwave of the summer. The initiative seeks to replicate warm hubs established in 2022, running in partnership with local councils. Other cities, like Paris, utilize similar cooling networks, underlining the urgency as 2,295 heat-related deaths were reported this summer in the UK.
"The Liberal Democrats have called for air-conditioned buildings, such as gyms and libraries, to be opened to the public as "cool hubs" during heatwaves."
"This summer has seen an estimated 2,295 deaths associated with heat in the UK, as temperatures are expected to reach 34C, marking the third heatwave of the season."
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