Macron calls for vigilance as western Europe faces second heatwave of year (opens original article in a new tab)

Western Europe faces second extreme heatwave of the year with temperatures over 40C, prompting government warnings, event cancellations, and health advisories.

• More than half of France's population under severe weather warning due to second heatwave of the year
• French president calls for vigilance and care for vulnerable people as temperatures exceed 40C
• Heatwave impacts across western Europe with temperature records, cancelled events, and power plant output reductions
• Spain and Germany also experience extreme heat with warnings and weather-related disruptions