Climate change intensified Europe's deadly June heatwave, study finds

Human-caused climate change made Europe's deadly June heatwave far more likely, contributing to nearly 1,300 deaths. A study found the extreme temperatures were unusual for June in today's climate, with a less than 1% chance of occurring annually. This heatwave would have been significantly cooler in previous decades. The World Health Organization reported the deaths, highlighting the health dangers of heat stress. Scientists emphasize rapid fossil fuel phase-out to avoid future extreme temperatures.