A study predicts that weather-related deaths in Europe will significantly increase by 2100 due to climate change. In Ireland, mortality linked to cold weather is expected to almost double, while heat-related deaths are also set to rise. Other countries, including Spain, Italy, Greece, France, and the UK, will also see significant increases in heat-related deaths. The study highlights the need for targeted policies to protect vulnerable populations from temperature extremes. Limitations of the study include the reliance on data from urban areas and a lack of consideration for variables such as gender, ethnicity, and effects on infants.
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Temperature-related deaths in Ireland to double by 2100
