619 million Indians faced the highest global extreme heat in June due to climate change, according to Climate Central.
62 crore (619 million) Indians faced extreme heat in June, the highest globally, due to climate change, according to a rapid attribution analysis by Climate Central. Over 300 million people live in the 20 most populous capital cities, where they're vulnerable to rising temperatures fueled by climate change. Almost 5 billion people worldwide faced extreme heat in June, with over 60% experiencing temperatures made at least three times more likely by climate change.
June 27, 2024
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