At least 18 dead in France as heatwave shatters temperature records in Europe (opens original article in a new tab)

A severe heatwave in Europe has caused at least 18 deaths in France, with record temperatures and extreme weather events across the continent.

• At least 18 people died in France during a heatwave, including two children left in hot cars and 13 drownings from cooling off attempts.
• France's Bordeaux and Poitiers recorded 41.9°C and 41.2°C, with Paris expected to reach 38.4°C in June.
• Heatwave linked to climate change, with Europe warming twice the global rate, causing infrastructure strain and wildlife impact.