Western Europe just endured its hottest June ever recorded, with temperatures hitting a blistering 46°C (115°F) in Spain and Portugal, according to the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service. The heatwaves, described as "exceptional," turned cities into ovens and sparked urgent climate action debates. 🔥
Why This Matters
This isn’t just a summer fling with heat. June 2024 marked the third consecutive year of record-breaking global temperatures, with Europe warming faster than the rest of the planet. Think of it as Earth’s fever spiking—repeatedly. 🌍
By the Numbers
🔥 48°C "feels-like" temps near Lisbon
🌊 Mediterranean sea temps hit 27°C (5°C above average)
⏳ Back-to-back heat domes trapped hot air for weeks
Human Impact
Millions faced "extreme heat stress," with nighttime relief vanishing as coastal waters stayed warm. Wildfires flared, air quality dipped, and marine ecosystems suffered—like a real-life climate thriller. 🎬
What’s Next?
Experts warn this could be Europe’s new normal. As Copernicus’ Samantha Burgess put it: "Heatwaves are becoming Europe’s uninvited summer guests." Time to rethink sunscreen stocks? 🧴
