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Europe is burning. Is this finally a wake up call?

With extreme weather events on the rise, some wonder if Europe's deadly, record-breaking heat wave will finally jolt leaders into action on climate change.

The continent is experiencing a deadly heat wave and rapidly spreading wildfires

A shepherd watches a burning wheat field between Tabara and Losacio, in the province of Zamora, Spain, during the second heat wave of the year on July 18, 2022. (Isabel Infantes/REUTERS)

Europe's latest record-breaking heat wave is sparking some real climate anxiety.

Wildfires have spread rapidly across the continent, while soaring temperatures have warped roads and caused train tracks to buckle. More than 1,000 people have died due to the heat in Spain and Portugal alone.

With extreme weather events on the rise, some wonder if what is happening in Europe will finally jolt leaders into action on climate change.

Featuring:

  • Zia Weise, climate reporter, Politico Europe.
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