Heat news

Here are some recent news articles related to heat:

Global Heat Wave

• A severe heat wave is sweeping across the globe, with temperatures soaring to record highs in many parts of the world. (Source: BBC News)
• The heat wave has been linked to at least 12 deaths in Europe, with temperatures reaching as high as 45°C (113°F) in some areas. (Source: The Guardian)

Climate Change

• A new study has found that climate change is responsible for an increase in extreme heat events around the world. (Source: The New York Times)
• The study, published in the journal Nature, found that human-caused climate change has increased the likelihood of heat waves by 50% since the 1960s. (Source: CNN)

Heat-Related Illnesses

• A heat wave in the United States has led to a surge in heat-related illnesses, with over 1,000 people hospitalized in just one week. (Source: NBC News)
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about the dangers of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and young children. (Source: CBS News)

Heat Wave Response

• Cities around the world are taking steps to respond to the heat wave, including opening cooling centers and providing relief supplies to those in need. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• The European Union has activated its emergency response mechanism to help countries affected by the heat wave. (Source: Reuters)

Heat Wave Impact on Economy

• The heat wave is expected to have a significant impact on the economy, particularly in industries such as agriculture and tourism. (Source: Bloomberg)
• A study by the University of California, Berkeley, found that heat waves can cost the global economy up to $1.2 trillion per year by 2050. (Source: The Hill)