The Economic Times

Why Europe is worried about 43C when India sees over 48C? Man asks about difference? Internet explains

A viral social media post questioning why Europe is alarmed by 43C temperatures when parts of India regularly experience even higher heat has sparked a widespread debate online. While some users pointed to factors such as housing, air conditioning, humidity and longer daylight hours, others highlighted acclimatization and climate as key reasons. Experts also note that Europe's infrastructure and population are less adapted to prolonged extreme heat, making the same temperature potentially more dangerous than it may seem.