Half of global heat waves in 80 years occurred in last two decades

Climate data shows that half of heat waves recorded since 1945 occurred in the past two decades.

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This acceleration reflects intensifying phenomena linked to climate change and rising global temperatures.

Regions including France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Portugal, and the United Kingdom are currently experiencing exceptional temperatures, with the Sahara recording the most extreme records.

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