Western Europe sets new temperature record as heat waves pummel the region
Western Europe has set a new temperature record during the June-July period due to extreme heat waves, according to the European climate agency Copernicus. This marks an increase from the previous record set in 2022. The intense heat has led to devastating wildfires, prolonged drought, and a record number of heat-related deaths across the region.
Scientists predict that 2026 has the potential to become the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2024. The cause of this heat wave is attributed to a combination of accelerated human-induced global warming and a powerful El Niño event, which leads to temperature variations around the globe.
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