AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoExtreme Heat Crisis in Europe: The WHO says over 1,300 excess deaths have been linked to Europe’s record heatwave since June 21, warning heat is a “silent killer” as homes, workplaces and schools aren’t built for such temperatures. Health & Infrastructure Strain: France reported about 1,000 more deaths than expected since Wednesday, while 191 million people are forecast to face 35°C+ today, with grids buckling and transport disruptions reported across the region. Climate Change Link: Scientists say the heatwave would be “virtually impossible” without human-caused climate change, with night-time temperatures made far more likely by global warming. Austria in the Mix: Austria is among the countries hit by the hottest conditions, with forecasts pointing to continued dangerous heat and rising pressure on emergency services. Heat Meets Storms: As temperatures soar, storms also bring lightning and disruption, showing how extreme weather is stacking impacts.
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