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Portugal activates EU civil protection mechanism over wildfires

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'Prolonged' and 'dangerous' heatwave to intensify across the US

The director-general of the WHO said the organisation has partnered with FIFA to help protect players, staff and fans at the 2026 World Cup from the scorching temperatures.

Climate

Another heat record broken in Germany

The heatwave weekend in Germany has produced yet another temperature record, the highest since measurements began in the 19th century, registered in Brandenburg.

wellbeing

UV face masks and cooling ties: Heat strategies beyond Europe

Countries on other continents, far from Europe, have long devised ways of coping with sweltering heat. Here are a few examples – some unusual, others inspiring.

Europe News

Hottest day: Berlin police deploy water cannon to beat the heat

Germany is groaning under the year's first heatwave. Berlin police are resorting to an unusual tactic, sending two water cannons onto city streets normally reserved for protests.

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More than 1,300 excess deaths in Europe amid brutal heatwave, WHO says

Temperatures have topped 40°C across parts of Europe this week, piling pressure on hospitals and first responders amid a surge in emergency callouts.

Europe News

Europe continues to swelter amid record-breaking temperatures

Paris has banned drinking alcohol in public over the weekend, while the city's Pride March has also been postponed due to the heatwave.

The Cube

Air con or not? The facts behind the politicised battle to stay cool

French politicians have drawn ideological battle lines over air conditioning as Europe struggles with record-breaking temperatures. What do experts say about the debate?

Europe News

UK records hottest June day ever as Europe swelters in heatwave

The Met Office has warned that "exceptionally warm" temperatures are expected to continue through the middle of the week.

Europe News

Heatwave and wildfire alerts, power cuts in Finistère: France swelters

Temperatures of 40 to 45C are forecast in France on Wednesday 24 June, wildfire alerts are in force in the centre and 68,000 homes in Finistère are without power.

Climate

Heatwave kills 18 people in France, including two children

On Monday, the average temperature nationwide reached 29.2°C, making it the third hottest day ever recorded.

Climate

Heatwave grips much of Europe as France restricts alcohol consumption

Sunday is the summer solstice, meaning the sun is at its strongest and UV levels will be high across the continent.

Europe News

Lightning strikes injure 10 in southern Germany

Lightning struck a camp in Baden-Württemberg as temperatures soared around the country. Several people were injured.

Climate

Spain braces for first major heatwave of year, highs up to 45C

A mass of warm air from Africa will hit Spain and France from this Saturday until Tuesday 23 June, with temperatures in some areas possibly exceeding 40°C.

Earth News

'Public health emergency': France heatwaves cause 5,400 deaths a year

Two studies warn of the health impact of heatwaves in France, with worsening risks in poorly adapted housing and the most deprived areas.

Climate

Heatwave on the way, but IPMA says no cause for alarm

Portugal's weather agency says Lisbon and inland areas will see very high temperatures next week, with yellow or orange alerts likely, but dismisses alarmist online forecasts.

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Paris invites locals to cool off in canal during 40C heatwave

The city would rather make canal swimming safe rather than spending time pulling people out of the water, says Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire.