1300 heat-linked deaths: why experts say Europe is in danger when it comes to extreme heat
Episode 6 min 55s

1300 heat-linked deaths: why experts say Europe is in danger when it comes to extreme heat

The World Health Organisation says more than 1300 deaths can now be linked to Europe's unprecedented summer heatwave. As the heat moves east, all-time temperature records have been broken in Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic. Experts say with global warming making heatwaves more frequent, severe, and deadly, Europe is particularly vulnerable when it comes to soaring temperatures.

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