Why is it so hot in Ireland and across Europe? (opens original article in a new tab)

Ireland faces a heatwave with Met Éireann issuing warnings, as a heat dome causes extreme temperatures across Europe, leading to 40 deaths in France. Europe is warming faster than other continents, with coastal areas in Ireland cooling more than inland regions.

• Met Éireann issues status yellow advisory for heatwave in Ireland
• Heat dome causes extreme temperatures across Europe, with 40 deaths in France
• Europe is warming faster than other continents due to global warming
• Ireland's coastal areas cool more than inland due to sea breezes