Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 09:06am on 14 Jul 2025,Monday Weather & Environment
A recent study reveals that a 10-day heatwave across 12 European cities caused approximately 2,300 deaths, with 1,500 directly linked to climate change. Temperatures soared past 40°C in Spain, triggering wildfires in France. Researchers from five European institutions found climate change increased heatwave temperatures by up to 4°C. Vulnerable groups including elderly, children, outdoor workers faced heightened risks, especially in urban areas. Most deaths occurred in homes and hospitals, often unreported. The EU’s Copernicus service confirmed June 2025 as Western Europe’s hottest on record. Experts warn that heatwaves will intensify unless fossil fuel emissions are curbed. The findings underscore the deadly impact of rising global temperatures. (PC: Deccan Herald & The Guardian)
