Europe's killer heat this summer claims record 50,000 lives, study suggests

This summer's scorching temperatures across Europe led to an unprecedented death toll of over 50,000, with nearly two-thirds of these fatalities attributed to climate change. The findings underscore the urgent need for action on global warming, as human-induced climate change exacerbates extreme weather events. The alarming study highlights how vulnerable populations are increasingly affected by these deadly heatwaves, signaling a dire future if greenhouse gas emissions aren't curtailed.