Global heatwave causes casualties and displacements
Japan and Europe are experiencing a heatwave and wildfires resulting from climate change, leading to hundreds of critical health cases, fatalities, and widespread evacuations. In Japan, unprecedented temperatures exceeding 41°C have been recorded, along with an increase in the number of injured people and the highest daily injury tally since 2010. The term "Kokoshobi" has been reintroduced to describe days when temperatures surpass 40°C. Meanwhile, in Europe, wildfires have ravaged France, Italy, and Spain, involving dozens of fires and significant firefighting efforts, resulting in three firefighter deaths and the evacuation of thousands of residents. These events have caused extensive environmental damage and sustained economic impacts, amid mounting concerns over the ongoing effects of climate change on these regions.
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