New report 'the final wake-up call' on rapidly growing climate risks

Researchers found urgent action was needed in 'hotspot' of southern Europe to keep crops safe and to protect people, buildings and nature from wildfires. File picture: Miki Barlok

Europe is not prepared for the rapidly growing climate risks it faces, the European Environment Agency (EEA) has said in its first risk assessment

From wildfires burning down homes to violent weather straining public finances, the report says more action is needed to address half of the 36 significant climate risks with potentially severe consequences it identifies for Europe. Five more risks need urgent action, the report says.