Multiple rounds of heat wave invaded European experience in high temperature "baking" inspection

Europe has encountered several rounds of heat waves, and the temperature in many places has reached a record high, and the rainfall is significantly less than in previous years. Since August, the drought has further expanded.

EU research institution: Europe may be the most severe drought in 500 years

According to a recent report issued by the EU Commission's joint research center, Europe may experience the worst drought in 500 years. The observation report in August shows that about 47%of Europe is facing drought risks, and 17%of regions are in a more serious alarm state. Recent data released by European drought observation websites show that about 63%of the European Union and the United Kingdom issued drought warnings or warnings.

Agriculture has been greatly reduced in food and fruits and vegetables

The impact of agriculture is the most direct. In Europe, corn production will decrease 16%from the average level of the first five years, and the output of soybean and sunflower seeds will be reduced by 15%and 12%, respectively.

River water level drops to historical lows to affect inland river shipping

High temperature and drought have caused unprecedented pressure on many river water levels in Europe, affecting the inland shipping. The Rhine's refutation of the ship can only run with about 25%of capacity. Romania's Danube's water level is only 51 cm, while the minimum standard for safe sailing is 57 cm. The longest rivers in Italy have recently fell to the lowest level in 70 years.

European hydropower and nuclear power generation is decreasing

The amount of hydropower and nuclear power generation in Europe is decreased. In the first seven months of Europe this year, the amount of hydropower was reduced by 20%compared with the same period last year, and the nuclear energy power generation decreased by 12%.

European mountain fire is significantly higher than the average level

European mountain fire is significantly higher than the average level. According to data from the European Forest Fire Information System, from January to mid -August this year, the European Union has been burned by more than 740,000 hectares of forests.

Sichuan Observation (Source: CCTV News Client)

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