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Europe faces ongoing heatwave alerts
Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave in August, following a series of heatwaves that have led to widespread wildfires in France and Spain, forcing hundreds of thousands to evacuate. Forecasts expect temperatures to remain above normal levels, especially over the Mediterranean Sea and southeastern Europe, with tropical nights increasing the risk of heat stress. Britain also anticipates temperatures reaching up to 35°C in August, with the possibility of ongoing heatwaves there. Scientists confirm that climate change caused by human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels, is the main reason for the increase and development of record-breaking heatwaves. Studies indicate that the recent heatwave was two degrees Celsius higher than it was 50 years ago, with an expected rise in the frequency and severity of such events.
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