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Why Europe Keeps Being Pummeled by Heat Waves

First publishedAug 14, 15:02 UTC
Last updatedAug 15, 12:09 UTC · 15m ago
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Answer

Europe is currently experiencing a record-breaking heat wave across many countries. This extreme weather event is one of several major global happenings reported recently. Additionally, Japan saw heavy rain causing floods.

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A very hot spell, called a heat wave, is hitting Europe hard. Temperatures are breaking old records in the region. In other news, Japan had much rain that caused flooding in cities. Hawaii is also getting ready for strong winds and more rain from a storm named Lala.

Why it matters

This extreme heat can be dangerous for people's health. It shows how big weather changes are happening around the world.

In brief
What is happening in Europe?
Europe is having a record-breaking heat wave.
What is Japan experiencing?
Japan has had heavy rainfall that caused flooding.
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Both outlets focus heavily on the record-breaking heat in Europe, but PBS NewsHour also adds details about other global events like Japanese floods and Hawaiian storms.

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    Focus on Record Heat in Europe

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    PBS NewsHourHighlights the record-breaking heat wave.
    NYT HomeUses a photo to show the dry, hot conditions.
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    Global Weather Events (Beyond Europe)

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    PBS NewsHourMentions Japanese floods and Hawaiian storms.
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    PBS NewsHourAlso reports on recovered art in Italy.
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