A Week of Extreme Heatwave in Europe Raises Alarm Over Deaths, Wildfires and a Changing Climate
Europe is facing another week of dangerous extreme heat, with temperatures climbing above 40°C in parts of Spain, Portugal and central Europe while Britain recorded its hottest day of the year. The heat is intensifying drought, raising wildfire risks and putting pressure on public health systems. Scientists say increasingly frequent and severe heatwaves are consistent with a warming climate. Millions of Europeans are confronting dangerous temperatures as governments urge residents to limit exposure and stay hydrated during the ongoing heat.
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