Europe's Deadly Heatwave: A Wake Up Call for Climate Resilience The recent heatwave that swept across Europe, claiming over 16,000 lives in a single week, has left the region reeling.
This extreme temperature event is particularly striking given its timing in late June, when most Europeans expect balmy summer days rather than scorching heat.
Historically, excess deaths in Europe have been more commonly linked to winter months, when respiratory illnesses thrive in cold conditions.