Jul 22, 2026Heatwaves in Europe have been slowing trains, straining power grids, and making it harder for people to work. Today, we’ll discuss the costs.
Above, people cool off in a reflecting pool on the banks of the Garonne River in Bordeaux on July 6.Philippe Lopez/AFP via Getty ImagesSegments From This EpisodeJulien de Rosa/AFP via Getty ImagesHeatwaves take a tougher toll on already vulnerable populations, like the elderly or people with pre-existing conditions, or people who work outdoors.
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The TeamKimberly Adams HostMeredith Garretson Morbey Supervising Senior ProducerAlex Schroeder Senior ProducerAriana Rosas ProducerErika Soderstrom Associate ProducerTamar Faggen Assistant ProducerAshley Rodriguez Assistant ProducerEmma Condon Assistant ProducerDylan Miettinen Digital ProducerBrian Allison Audio EngineerDavid Schreck Audio EngineerSam Keenan Audio Engineer
