Europe Faces Extreme Heatwave Early in Summer
Summary
Over 95 million people in Europe are facing temperatures above 35°C early in summer, causing significant impacts such as deaths and school closures. Scientists say the heatwave is linked to climate change.
Key Points
- More than 95 million people in Europe are experiencing temperatures above 35°C early in summer.
- Approximately two out of five Europeans face temperatures above 30°C.
- Eastern and southern Europe, including Hungary, Slovakia, and Italy, will be most affected.
- Scientists from the World Weather Attribution Group say such heatwaves would be nearly impossible without climate change.
