In Europe, Where Heat Kills More Than Guns in US, Temperatures Get Lethal
Summary
A severe heat wave is hitting Europe with temperatures rising above 40°C (104°F) in several countries, causing at least 40 deaths since June 18. This early and intense heat wave is breaking many temperature records and creating dangerous conditions, especially because air conditioning is less common in Europe compared to the U.S.Key Facts
- More than 40 deaths have been reported in Europe since June 18 due to extreme heat.
- Europe experiences around 175,000 heat-related deaths annually, about four times the number of U.S. gun deaths.
- Temperatures across Europe have surged past 40°C (104°F), with some areas expected to reach 45°C (113°F).
- A high-pressure "heat dome" is causing this unusual and intense heat.
- France broke over 120 temperature records, including its hottest day ever at 44.3°C (111.7°F) in Pissos.
- The UK is likely to break its all-time June temperature records in the coming days.
- Cities like Amsterdam in the Netherlands may see temperatures near 39°C (102.2°F), which is rare so far north.
- Experts warn that Europe’s fast warming is making heat waves stronger and more frequent, posing risks especially to crowded cities with less cooling infrastructure.
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