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Here’s why Europe’s hot summers are becoming an expensive challenge

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Western Europe's summers are becoming a costly problem, CNBC reports, as record heatwaves strain infrastructure, businesses, and government budgets. Wildfires and insurance costs are climbing as a result. It's a sign that extreme heat is shifting from a seasonal inconvenience to a recurring economic drag on the continent.

Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/30/europe-heatwaves-economy-...

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