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A record-breaking heatwave has hit Alaska, the US's northernmost state

Known for being typically cold and snowy, Alaska is set to experience its hottest ever July with temperatures reaching over 30 degrees Celsius over the next few days.

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Why was there a spike in pollution during the European heatwave?

Increasingly, Peuch said, we are becoming aware that even low levels of pollutants pose health risks.

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Watch: How the June heatwave unleashed a pollution bloom over Europe

June's extreme weather led to high concentrations of atmospheric ozone in central Europe. This animation shows how this harmful gas evolved through the week.

France

Spike in bogus websites selling air quality stickers for vehicles in France

Spike in bogus websites selling air quality stickers for vehicles in France.

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17-year-old man dies of heat stroke in Spain as heatwave grips Europe

A 17-year-old died from heatstroke in southern Spain as the heatwave continues across much of Europe, with temperatures forecast to hit 45 degrees Celsius

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Heatwave sees surge in demand for air conditioners across Europe

The heatwave currently gripping Europe has seen a surge in demand for cooling devices, such as air conditioners and fans, in shops across the continent.

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A pool with a view: tourists take dip in Eiffel Tower fountain

Tourists visiting Paris on Friday kept cool whilst sightseeing by taking a dip in the fountains in front of the Eiffel Tower.

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Heatwave: red alert in France as 45C expected in the south

The French national weather service took the unprecedented step of issuing red alerts in four of its departments due to high temperatures.

Germany

Topless sunbathing allowed in Munich after heatwave sparks debate

Tempers flared last Friday when women sunbathing topless on the Isar river banks were told off by security guards.

Iceland

Watch: Iceland 'heatwave' a little more manageable at only 20°C

In the eastern town of Eglisstadir, temperatures have almost reached 22°C and activities in the sun are in full swing.

France

Hundreds of schools closed throughout France as temperatures top 40C

Hundreds of kindergartens and primary schools throughout France will remain closed until the end of the week as temperatures top 40C in many cities.

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Anyone for an ice lolly? Animals in Paris zoo try to keep cool

If you thought ice lollies were only for humans, think again. The animals at Paris Zoological Park used the treats to cool down, as they battled this week's heatwave alongside their human helpers.

Germany

'It's too hot', naked motorcyclist tells German police during heatwave

Police in Brandenburg released pictures of the man on their social media accounts and praised him for wearing a helmet.

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Watch: Zoo animals share techniques to keep cool in heatwave

To keep cool, some animals have taken matters into their own hands (or trunks). At these zoos in Austria and Germany, worm ice lollies are on the menu too.

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Temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius this week in Europe

Europe is bracing itself as parts of the continent are expected to see temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius this week. Meteorologists say this June heatwave will possibly break previous national all-time records in France before Friday.

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Sprinkler truck sprays people in Prague with water in 37C temperatures

Tourists in Prague's Old Town Square got a slight reprieve from the scorching heat on Tuesday when a city worker parked a sprinkler truck in the public plaza and sprayed water into the air.

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Orangutans cool off as Europe's heatwave begins

With temperatures topping 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit), keeping cool is tough at the best of times and if you happen to be covered from head to foot in orange fur, sometimes there's nothing for it but to reach for the hose.

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Heatwave hits Brussels with temperature reaching 30.5 degrees

Temperatures soared in Brussels on Monday (June 24) kicking off a heatwave with temperatures of 32 degrees Celsius expected in the Belgian capital from Tuesday, up to 34 degrees in the north of the country.

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Weather forecasters are predicting record temperatures across Europe

Temperatures expected to break all-time highs for June in the coming days as a heatwave is about to sweep through the continent. Today Paris is expected to reach 34 degrees Celsius, Frankfurt 35C and Madrid 37C. Tomorrow temperatures are expected to rise even further with 42C in Northern Spain.

France

The science of heatwaves: How will this week compare to 2003?

Alex Morgan at #TheCube asks extreme weather expert Dr Dann Mitchell how this heatwave might compare to past summers, and if we're having more hot spells.