The European continent is facing a dual reckoning this summer—extreme heat is killing thousands and draining its rivers, soils and reservoirs at a record pace

Heatwaves in Europe have been slowing trains, straining power grids, and making it harder for people to work. Today, we’ll discuss the costs.

“This isn’t just a crisis for farmers, it’s a crisis that trickles down to Europe’s most vulnerable,” says researcher Merel Laauwen.