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A record-setting heatwave is causing infrastructure failures across Europe, accompanied by health alerts in cities.

Steady: 0 in the last 7 days Updated oct 20

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How it started

15 reports, 13 independent, last reported Jun 28. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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A record-setting heatwave is causing infrastructure failures across Europe, accompanied by health alerts in cities.

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How it developed

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  1. Power outages are being experienced in major Italian cities, including Turin and Milan, due to the ongoing heatwave.Sub-event
  2. The UK's National Energy System Operator is managing the electricity grid during extreme heat conditions caused by a heat dome.Sub-event
  3. Wildfires equivalent to Cyprus are burning, prompting the EU to deploy resources in the Mediterranean.Sub-event
  4. Extreme heat is causing infrastructure failures and health alerts across Europe.1 source
  5. Deutsche Bahn services halted due to radio failure amid record heat alerts in Europe.1 source

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