Latest developments in Europe’s heatwave (opens original article in a new tab)

Europe experiences a severe heatwave linked to global warming, with France reporting increased mortality, the UK recording its hottest June temperature, and climate experts warning of more extreme heatwaves ahead.

• Scientists link recurring heatwaves to global warming, predicting they will become more frequent, longer, and more intense.
• France begins easing red alerts as temperatures gradually drop, but Paris mayor reports increased mortality due to the heatwave.
• UK records its hottest June temperature ever at 36.1C, breaking the 1976 record, with climate change cited as a contributing factor.