Heatwaves linked with 50 000 deaths in Europe’s urban areas this summer, with climate change responsible for two thirds

Heatwaves linked with 50 000 deaths in Europe's urban areas this summer, with climate change responsible for two thirds Gareth IacobucciOver 50 000 deaths associated with excess heat were likely to have occurred in urban areas in Europe this summer-the highest number on record-research estimates.Climate change, primarily from the burning of fossil fuels, was responsible for about two thirds of these deaths, researchers from Imperial College London and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine estimated.Europe experienced several heatwaves this summer, with severe effects on human health recorded.Western Europe, which saw its hottest ever summer, was hit especially hard.