The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that Europe remains inadequately prepared for extreme heatwaves, which could lead to deadly consequences in the coming weeks. A new heatwave is forming over the Atlantic, with temperatures expected to reach up to 43°C in parts of Portugal and southern Spain, while France and the Benelux countries prepare for another wave of high temperatures. Regional Director for Europe at WHO, Hans Kluge, highlighted that less than half of European countries have national action plans to protect public health during heatwaves. These plans should include early warning systems, measures to protect vulnerable populations, and coordination between healthcare services, social care, occupational health, housing sectors, and urban planning. Preliminary data from Western Europe indicates that exceptionally high temperatures in June were linked to more than 4,000 additional deaths, placing healthcare systems under significant pressure. To prevent similar scenarios, WHO organized an urgent meeting involving representatives from 41 European countries, the European Commission, and civil society organizations to analyze past experiences and agree on effective未来的防
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced report on the WHO's warnings regarding Europe's lack of preparation for extreme heat, citing specific examples of both shortcomings and best practices. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing that would indicate a clear lean.
