Heatwaves are one of the most dangerous natural weather hazards. Intense heatwaves can pose serious health, social, environmental, and economic risks. According to a study in 2022, in Europe alone, it was estimated that over 60,000 people died from heat-related stress. Heatwaves impact human health and well-being, public safety and infrastructure, and the natural environment. Hot extremes including heatwaves have intensified in cities, where they have also worsened air pollution events and limited functioning of key infrastructure.
