Europe is currently grappling with an extreme heatwave, with temperatures reaching record-breaking levels. Long-standing heat records in the UK were shattered, with the country experiencing the hottest weather since 80 years ago. The extreme heatwave poses a risk to public health, disrupts normal life, and intensifies concerns about climate change.

As Japan also frequently experiences high temperatures and heatwaves during the summer, the Japanese people empathize with the situation in Europe. They typically respond by implementing various cooling methods and adapting daily routines. Extreme weather phenomena like this often spur discussions about climate change and the actions required to mitigate its effects in Japan.

Similar to Europe, both the US and EU respond to heatwaves by issuing public health warnings and implementing cooling centers. Climate change as the likely cause of such extreme weather events is a subject of major concern and debate in these regions. In contrast, the legal and policy responses towards environmental issues differ significantly among these regions given their varying political landscapes and priorities.