Europe's Deadly Summer: Over 50,000 Heat-Related Deaths
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A severe heat wave across Europe has resulted in over 50,000 heat-related deaths, making it the worst summer on record. The extreme temperatures have also caused significant damage to infrastructure, leading to wildfires, overheating of hospitals, and failures in cooling systems. The economic impact is estimated at nearly $19 billion in lost GDP.
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