A child born in Europe in 2025 will live through more than three additional years of extreme fire weather compared with someone born in 1950 if we continue with current climate policies, according to new research published in the journal Environmental Research Letters. That's an 84% increase for today's babies compared with their grandparents. The vast majority (86%) of this increase is due to climate change rather than increased longevity.
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Children Born in Europe Will Face Nearly Double the Extreme Fire Weather of Their Grandparents
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September 21, 2026
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A study indicates that children born in Europe in 2025 will experience significantly more extreme fire weather compared to their grandparents, primarily due to climate change. This trend highlights the urgent need for effective climate policies. For Iran, which faces its own climate challenges, this underscores the importance of addressing environmental issues to mitigate future risks.
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