Couple uses leaf blower as fan in heatwave
Aldi's electric leaf blower is set to go on sale for £29.99 on 13th August.
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A couple was observed using an Aldi leaf blower as a large fan to cool down in a park. The incident occurred during a heatwave when temperatures reached 33 degrees Celsius. Social media users shared images of the pair, with one joking they were the "UK heatwave final bosses", as reported by the Ealing Times.
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Aldi is launching its Electric Leaf Blower as a Specialbuy on 13th August. The product will be available for £29.99. It is designed for clearing garden debris and outdoor spaces.
With temperatures rising again, Brits are getting creative when it comes to keeping cool, and this use of the Aldi Leaf Blower might be the best heatwave hack we’ve seen yet.
Julie Ashfield, Chief Commercial Officer at Aldi UK
Ms Ashfield added that the company offers affordable garden essentials for various uses, from tidying gardens to providing extra breeze on sunny days. The leaf blower, like other Specialbuys, will be available while stocks last.
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