Heatwaves are becoming fiercer and more frequent across Europe due to climate change. Cities in southern Europe like Athens and Antalya are experiencing scorching temperatures.

• The article focuses on cities with a reputation for livability – Madrid, Frankfurt, and Vienna – and how they are adapting to these extreme heat events.

• The “urban heat island effect” traps heat in densely populated cities with tall buildings and asphalt surfaces.

• Some adaptation strategies include: Increasing urban green spaces like parks and trees to provide shade and cooling. Using water features like fountains and misters to cool the air. Encouraging lighter-colored building materials that reflect sunlight instead of absorbing it. Investing in green roofs and walls for insulation and temperature regulation. Promoting public transportation, walking, and cycling to reduce reliance on cars that contribute to heat.

Read more at the EuroNews website.