2,300 People Died From the Heat — Learn These Words Before the Next Disaster Strikes

In June, 2,300 people died across Europe during an extreme heatwave—and the English used to report it can be hard to understand. In this lesson, you’ll learn 24 powerful vocabulary words that are used in real news headlines, English exams like IELTS and TOEFL, and everyday conversations about climate and health. Don’t miss this chance to grow your English and better understand the world around you.✅ I can be your speaking partner https://brentspeak.as.me/ 💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinHeat Waves : A long period of very hot weather. : Many people died during the heat wave in June.Notorious : Famous for something bad. : That city is notorious for dangerous heat every summer.Severe : Very serious or dangerous. : The heat was so severe that people had to stay inside.Suffered : Felt pain or harm. : Thousands of people suffered during the extreme heat.Extreme : Very strong or intense. : Extreme heat can be dangerous, especially for older people.Soared : Went up very fast. : Temperatures soared to over 100 degrees.A Study : Research done to learn more about something. : A new study shows that 2,300 people died from the heat.Affected : Changed or hurt by something. : The heat affected millions of people across Europe.Estimates : Guess based on information. : Estimates say over 2,000 people died in the heat.Attributed : Said to be caused by something. : Many deaths were attributed to the extreme temperatures.Climate Change : Long-term changes in weather around the world. : Climate change is making heat waves more common.Fossil Fuels : Oil, gas, or coal used for energy. : Burning fossil fuels adds to climate change.Significantly : In a big or important way. : Temperatures rose significantly during the heat wave.Residential : Related to homes where people live. : Many residential areas had no air conditioning.Estimates : Guesses based on research or data. : Estimates show the heat killed 2,300 people.Vulnerable : Easily hurt or at risk. : Children and older adults are more vulnerable to heat.Elderly : Older adults, usually over 65. : The elderly are often more at risk during heat waves.Complication : Something that makes a health problem worse. : Heat can cause complications for sick people.Chronic : Happens for a long time, not just once. : People with chronic diseases are in more danger from heat.Impair : To hurt or make weaker. : Extreme heat can impair your ability to think clearly.Mechanisms : Systems or ways something works. : Our bodies have mechanisms to keep us cool.Regulate : To control or manage. : Sweating helps regulate our body temperature.Relief : Help or comfort during a hard time. : Fans and cold water can bring relief from heat.Anticipate : To expect or prepare for something. : Doctors anticipate more health problems in the summer.

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