Climate crisis complicates restoration of Dorset's Cerne Giant chalk figure

Summary

The Cerne Giant, a centuries-old chalk figure in Dorset, England, requires periodic restoration by volunteers who manually rechalk its outline. The climate crisis is making this process more difficult, as increasing heat and extreme weather dull the chalk and make the hillside more fragile. Volunteers have had to adapt their techniques to address these modern environmental challenges while preserving the historic landmark.