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
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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