Carlo Buontempo, a climate expert with the Copernicus Climate Change Service, has issued a warning regarding the potential for an exceptionally hot summer in Europe. He notes that heatwaves are no longer confined to southern regions but are impacting the entire continent.
Buontempo emphasizes that climate change is a significant factor contributing to the longer duration of these heat events. This trend raises concerns about the health and safety of populations across Europe as temperatures may reach unprecedented levels.
As the summer approaches, the frequency of heatwaves is expected to increase, prompting calls for greater awareness and preparedness to mitigate the effects of extreme heat.