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Europe Swelters: Record Heat Stress Impacts Continent
2 Oct
Summary
- Over half of Europe faced extreme heat stress this past summer.
- A record high proportion of the continent experienced health risks.
- The Copernicus Climate Change Service reported the findings.
This summer saw a record number of European regions endure "very strong" heat stress. Data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service reveals that over half the continent experienced conditions that posed significant health risks due to extreme heat.
The findings underscore the pervasive impact of high temperatures across Europe. A significant portion of the continent’s population was exposed to these potentially dangerous conditions, marking a concerning trend in climate-related health challenges.
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