Summer Heat Waves Killed Nearly 1,500 People In France

The video discusses two record-breaking heatwaves in France, resulting in over 1000 deaths, primarily affecting the elderly. Preventative measures, such as opening parks and cool rooms, helped reduce mortality compared to the 2003 heatwave. France is the only country to release official data, while other European countries also experienced high temperatures. The International Energy Agency predicts a significant increase in air conditioner use in Europe as heatwaves become more frequent.

What was the primary demographic affected by the heatwaves?

• People over 75 years old

• Children under 5 years old

• Teenagers

• Middle-aged adults

What was one of the measures taken by Paris authorities to combat the heatwave?

• Offering free public transport

• Organizing temporary cool rooms

• Providing free air conditioners

• Distributing free water bottles

By what factor did preventative measures help reduce mortality during the heatwave compared to 2003?

• By a factor of 20

• By a factor of 10

• By a factor of 5

• By a factor of 2

Which country was the only one to release official data on heatwave-related deaths?

• Italy

• France

• Spain

• Germany

What is the expected trend for air conditioner stock in the EU over the next two decades?

• It will almost double

• It will triple

• It will decrease

• It will remain the same