A severe heatwave has gripped Europe, breaking temperature records in the UK and causing widespread disruptions. Authorities are on high alert as the extreme heat impacts infrastructure, agriculture, and public health across the continent.
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Europe heatwave causes record temperatures, disrupts infrastructure and agriculture
IN SHORT
A severe heatwave has gripped Europe, breaking temperature records in the UK and causing widespread disruptions. Authorities are on high alert as the extreme heat impacts infrastructure, agriculture, and public health across the continent.
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Frequently asked questions
The UK recorded a new record for the hottest June day with temperatures reaching 36.4 C at Yeovilton in Somerset.
The heatwave is causing record temperatures, dozens of deaths, infrastructure damage, agricultural losses, and public health alerts across the continent.
Scientists attribute the record-breaking heatwave to human-caused climate change, exacerbated by a weather pattern known as an Omega block.
What Happens Next
01Temperatures in Italy are expected to intensify into the weekend.
02Met Office extended a red heat alert into Friday for southern England.
03Germany is set to see temperatures above 40 C this weekend.
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