California is currently battling multiple wildfires, including one in Riverside County that has burned a significant amount of land and resulted in the evacuation of residents. Across three continents, scorching weather conditions have led to an increase in wildfires and the potential for record-breaking temperatures, highlighting the dire effects of global warming. In response to the extreme heat, the Vatican saw 15,000 individuals endure sweltering temperatures as they gathered to hear Pope Francis lead prayer. Despite their efforts to stay cool with parasols and fans, priests like Francois Mbemba expressed that they were still perspiring under their black robes, commenting that the heat felt even hotter than in their own diocese in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Japan, heatstroke alerts were issued to tens of millions of people across 20 out of its 47 prefectures, as near-record high temperatures plagued large areas. The National Weather Service in the United States warned of an “extremely hot and dangerous weekend” as a powerful heatwave stretched from California to Texas. Death Valley in California, known for its extreme heat, is predicted to see new temperature records with temperatures potentially surpassing 54 degrees Celsius. In various parts of the world, including Japan and Europe, historic highs are expected, with Italy bracing for one of the most intense heatwaves in history. Temperatures in Rome could reach 40 degrees Celsius on Monday and 42-43 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, potentially exceeding the previous record set in 2007. Southern European countries like Greece, Spain, and Romania are also at risk of soaring temperatures. As parts of Asia grapple with intense heat, heavy rainfall has caused significant damage in South Korea and northern Japan, resulting in fatalities and rescues. Similarly, India has experienced devastating monsoon rains, leading to widespread flooding and landslides. China has also issued temperature alerts, with some regions expecting temperatures as high as 45 degrees Celsius. While it is challenging to directly attribute specific weather events to climate change, scientists believe that the intensification of heatwaves can be linked to global warming caused by the reliance on fossil fuels. In June, the world experienced its hottest month on record, as reported by the EU’s climate monitoring service.
Global Heatwaves Pose Threat as Wildfires Rage
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