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Extreme heat driven by climate change is intensifying Europe’s severe drought this summer, with record heatwaves making soil dryness five to eleven times more likely across the continent.
England recorded approximately 2,877 heat-related deaths in May and June heatwaves, putting the nation on track to exceed the previous record of 2,985 deaths set in 2022.
Utah’s Cottonwood Fire, one of the country’s largest at over 97,000 acres, has reignited debate about wildfire prevention as researchers warn that climate change may be undermining traditional forest management techniques.
Andy Burnham, Britain’s new prime minister, faces pressure to clarify his climate stance as the UK experiences severe heatwaves and mounting environmental challenges this year.
The European Commission proposed reforms to the EU’s carbon market that would slow emissions cuts from 2031 onward, extending free allowances to companies and allowing additional emissions from covered sectors.
Arctic sea ice decline has resumed after a temporary slowdown, with a record 5.8% wintertime reduction between 2024 and 2025, researchers report.
