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Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves

Science | 2026-08-15 at 05:01 UTC | Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves
BBC Verify examines the impact of drought and extreme heat on western European rivers, fields and mountains.
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