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Can our fridges cope with heatwaves?

Can our fridges cope with heatwaves?
BBC Business Thursday 02 July 2026, 17:46 UTC 1 min read
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An expert says many can not handle the high temperatures we have been experiencing.

An expert says many can not handle the high temperatures we have been experiencing.
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