Europe's summer drought is so extreme that desertification is a growing threat

Europe is experiencing an unprecedented summer drought severe enough to threaten desertification across the continent, with extreme heat and water shortages devastating fish farms, ecosystems, and businesses from Serbia to Hungary. The crisis has caused millions of euros in damages to the fishing industry alone, while also affecting energy supplies, crops, river navigation, and trade. Scientists attribute the extreme conditions to human-induced climate change, prompting European countries and businesses to develop strategies for managing future extreme weather events.