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Cruel summer: heatwaves rage across the world

Economist Podcasts

CHAPTER

Unprecedented Heatwaves and Climate Change

This chapter delves into the alarming heatwaves gripping various regions globally, with a focus on extreme temperatures in Italy and the United States. It discusses the potential of breaking temperature records and the health impacts on vulnerable populations, while examining the role of climate change and other factors like the El Niño weather pattern. The narrative highlights the urgency for global action on greenhouse gas emissions to address the rising frequency of extreme weather events.

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