European countries turn to surprisingly simple solutions to deal with record heat
- Europe's vital infrastructure is buckling under the strain of record-breaking heat, with roads melting, power grids struggling, and railways facing unprecedented challenges.
- Countries across the continent are now scrambling to implement a diverse array of fixes, from advanced drone inspections and AI-powered sensors to the surprisingly simple application of white paint.
- At Oslo airport in Norway, where temperatures were forecast to hit 30 degrees Celsius – a full 10C above the seasonal average – workers were seen dousing the tarmac with thousands of litres of wate
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- Europe's vital infrastructure is buckling under the strain of record-breaking heat, with roads melting, power grids struggling, and railways facing unprecedented challenges.
- Countries across the continent are now scrambling to implement a diverse array of fixes, from advanced drone inspections and AI-powered sensors to the surprisingly simple application of white paint.
- At Oslo airport in Norway, where temperatures were forecast to hit 30 degrees Celsius – a full 10C above the seasonal average – workers were seen dousing the tarmac with thousands of litres of wate
Sources: The Independent