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Heatwaves worsen Europe's droughts
Scientific studies confirm that human-induced climate change has significantly intensified drought waves in Europe, where record-high temperatures and reduced rainfall have worsened the crisis. Recently, Europe experienced a severe drought that led to river desiccation, water consumption restrictions, and the outbreak of devastating wildfires. Research shows that a 1.4°C increase in temperature since the industrial era has raised the likelihood of drought by up to 5 or 11 times depending on the region, with the atmosphere's capacity to hold moisture increasing by 7% for each degree of temperature rise. Europe is among the most affected areas, with high probabilities of recurring destructive phenomena. Experts indicate that climate change is making droughts and heatwaves more frequent and intense, noting that June has recorded the hottest temperatures ever in Western Europe, with heat-related fatalities reaching thousands.
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