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Europe faces intense heatwave affecting millions
Europe is facing a major heatwave, with more than half of the continent's population expected to experience temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius. At least 92 million people, particularly in France, Italy, and Spain, are projected to face temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius.
In the United Kingdom, the Met Office indicates the country may record its hottest summer to date, with temperatures in London potentially reaching 37 degrees Celsius. The UK government is preparing to convene the Cobra emergency committee to manage the crisis. In France, extreme heat and drought have contributed to a 20% reduction in nuclear energy production capacity, exacerbated by jellyfish blocking cooling pumps.
The intense heat has increased the risk of forest fires across several regions, including Italy, France, Serbia, and Bulgaria. Additionally, severe drought conditions are lowering river levels and threatening water supplies across the continent. Experts link the increasing frequency and intensity of these extreme weather events to climate change.
Entities
Copernicus Climate Change Service · Europe · European Union · France · Keir Starmer · Met Office · Sadiq Khan · United Kingdom
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Temperatures in Slovakia reached 42.2 degrees Celsius. dailykhabrain.com.pk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] France has seen a 20% reduction in nuclear energy production capacity due to heat and jellyfish. gr.euronews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] London Mayor Sadiq Khan stated the climate crisis is directly impacting citizens and the environment. urdu.arynews.tv
- [● 2 SOURCES] More than half of Europe's population is expected to face temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius. www.insider.gr · gr.euronews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The UK government is preparing to convene the Cobra emergency committee in response to the heatwave. gr.euronews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The United Kingdom is expected to record its hottest summer this year. www.insider.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] At least 92 million people in Europe are expected to experience temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius. www.insider.gr · gr.euronews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Temperatures in London could reach 37 degrees Celsius. urdu.arynews.tv