Schools close, railways urge against travel as Europe heatwave intensifies
A severe heatwave across Europe has led to school closures, travel warnings, and dozens of drowning deaths as citizens attempt to cool off. Scientists attribute the extreme weather to climate change driven by fossil fuel consumption.
Why it matters
The increasing frequency of extreme heat events poses significant public health risks and infrastructure challenges across the European continent.
At least 40 people have drowned in France over the past five days as a record-breaking heatwave across Europe continues.
The report relies on scientific consensus and official warnings from weather services and government bodies.
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