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Europe's summer heat wave killed over 50,000 in cities
Original: Europe's summer heat wave killed more han 50k people in urban areas
Researchers estimate that this summer's heat wave in Europe caused more than 50,000 deaths in urban areas, according to a report covered by Science. The findings highlight how extreme heat has become one of the continent's deadliest weather threats, with city populations especially exposed. The figures are renewing debate over heat preparedness and climate adaptation policies across European countries.
Why now: The stark death toll from this summer's heat is prompting fresh concern about climate change and Europe's readiness for extreme heat.
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