Druti Banerjee
Author
July 03, 2025
7 min read
- An unprecedented early-summer heatwave is sweeping across the Northern Hemisphere, breaking temperature records, sparking wildfires, straining public health systems, and placing millions at risk. The crisis is spotlighting the growing importance of robust early-warning systems in the face of escalating climate extremes.
From Southern Europe and the Mediterranean to South Asia, regions are experiencing dangerously high temperatures, some exceeding 45°C (113°F). National governments and meteorological agencies are issuing red alerts and emergency advisories, with experts warning that such events are becoming more frequent, intense, and prolonged due to climate change.
