Festival-goers at Glastonbury this year are fuming over what they describe as a severe lack of water stations.
As temperatures soared to 28C in Somerset, attendees found themselves stuck in queues for hours without access to water, raising concerns about heatstroke and dehydration.
Queue Woes under the Sun
Videos circulated showing thousands of people lined up with their gear, enduring hours-long waits under the blazing sun just to enter the campsites.
Despite the sound of music echoing in the background, there were no water stations in sight along the snaking queues that stretched for miles.
Voices of Frustration
Attendees took to social media to vent their frustrations, labeling the situation a ‘joke’ given the scorching temperatures.
Many expressed disbelief at having to queue for over five hours without any means to refill their water bottles.
Some questioned whether such conditions were normal for festivals, highlighting the absence of essential hydration facilities.
Organizational Shortcomings
Despite organizers’ claims of over 800 high-quality water taps spread across the site, festival-goers reported that these facilities were inaccessible until they cleared the entry queues.
Even those lucky enough to find the water points faced daunting lines, with some describing the situation as potentially dangerous in the heat.
Criticism Spreads
Criticism wasn’t limited to the festival grounds alone.
National Express, responsible for transporting many attendees, came under fire for allegedly failing to provide water to passengers during extended delays under the scorching sun.
Official Response
In response to the outcry, a spokesperson for Glastonbury Festival emphasized that attendee hydration remains a top priority, especially during hot weather.
They highlighted efforts by WaterAid volunteers distributing water along entry queues and the availability of standpipes outside all pedestrian gates.
Despite assurances, the incident has sparked widespread debate over the festival’s preparedness to handle extreme weather conditions and ensure the well-being of its attendees.
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