28/06/2026 06:26 - Internacionales
Western Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heat wave that has shattered temperature records across multiple countries. Scientists from World Weather Attribution have confirmed that this extreme phenomenon would be impossible without climate change, marking a critical turning point in the global climate crisis.
Researchers from World Weather Attribution have conducted a revealing historical comparative analysis:
| Year | Temperature Difference | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 3.5°C cooler | Historic reference heat wave |
| 2003 | 2°C cooler | Heat wave that caused 70,000 deaths |
| 2026 | Current temperatures | All-time records broken |
Additionally, scientists determined that warm nights are now 100 times more likely than in 2003, preventing the body from recovering during nighttime rest.
The UKHSA (UK Health Security Agency) has extended the red alert until Friday, June 27, 2026, the highest warning category.
Formula 1 has declared for the first time in Europe a "heat hazard" status for the Austrian Grand Prix, with temperatures exceeding 31°C at the Red Bull Ring circuit.
World Weather Attribution is an international collaboration of scientists analyzing the influence of climate change on extreme weather events. Thermal stress from humidity combines temperature and humidity to measure the real impact on human health, as high humidity prevents sweat evaporation and makes it harder for the body to regulate its temperature.
Sources: Infobae | CNN en Español
Alfredo S. Quiroga
