Periodic Reporting for period 1 - PROTECT (Propagation of atmospheric ROssby waves - connection to prEdictability of Climate exTremes)

Extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, droughts and flooding, have a devastating impact on society, causing increased mortality and suffering, as well as economic losses. The death toll associated with the European heatwave of 2003 is estimated to exceed 70,0001, while the...