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Western Europe’s record heat is now a systems story
Key Takeaways
- Copernicus said western Europe recorded its hottest combined June and July on record at 21.62C.
- Soil moisture in July was significantly lower than during the severe 2022 drought.
- Low flows on the Seine, Rhine and Danube affected transport, irrigation and energy production.
- Scientists say climate change is intensifying heat extremes and reinforcing drought and fire risk.
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DT Editorial Team··via phys.org