We now have the ability to rapidly assess the impact of climate change after extreme weather events – a first of its kind analysis has shown that it nearly tripled the death toll from the most recent

Yet, this is not just a European problem. While Europe is currently warming faster than any other continent during summer, extreme heat is a growing global threat. Similar deadly heatwaves have struck South Asia, the Middle East, and North America in recent years, killing thousands and overwhelming healthcare systems.