BBC: Extreme heat across Europe-2

A scientist from London said public health measures are essential. That means governments and communities must act to protect vulnerable people- especially the elerly and young children. 

Yes, this brings us to the word mortality. 

Mortality means death rate, or the number of people who die in a certain situation. Heatwaves can cause what scientists call excess mortality, which means more peopl edie than expected. 

The World Meterorological Organization also warned that extreme heat plus smoke from wildfires is damaging air quality. 

And these conditions are happening not just in Europe, but in Asia, North Africa, Pakistan, and the United States- all at the same time. 

So, the message is clear: the cllimate crisis is already here, and we're living through it. 

OK, time for the quiz answer. We asked: What does "heatwave" mean?

a) A sudden rise in ocean levels.  b) A period of unusually hot weather. 

c) A type of wind that comes from the desert. 

d) A wave of fire caused by wildfires. 

The correct answer is...b) A period of unusually not weather. 

Yes, not a wave of water, and not a desert wind. Just period when it is far hotter than normal. 

Before we finish, let's go over today's useful words and phrases. 

Record-breaking: higher or greater than ever before. 

Molotov cocktail: a dangerous mix of things (metaphorically).

Unprecedented: never seen or done before.

Extent: how big something is, or how far it reaches. 

Climate is warming: a clear sign of climate change. 

Mortality: the death rate, or number of deaths. 

Good words to know, especially when talking about weather and climate. 

That's all for today's Quick-Takes English. Thanks for listening, and remember- stay cool, stay safe, and keep learning.