Europe faces prolonged heatwave as temperatures reach 40C (opens original article in a new tab)

A prolonged heatwave across Europe is expected to bring record temperatures, with France, the UK, and Spain experiencing extreme heat, leading to health alerts, travel disruptions, and emergency preparations.

• Europe faces prolonged heatwave with temperatures reaching 40C in France, UK, and Spain.
• France issues red and orange heat alerts for 49 and 40 departments respectively, with potential for higher temperatures.
• UK extends extreme heat warning to 38C, affecting most of southern England and causing health and transport concerns.