Extreme heatwave sweeps across Europe
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European health and meteorological authorities
Europe
June 2026
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A severe heatwave is affecting France, Spain, the UK, Germany, and the Czech Republic, with temperatures exceeding 40C in several regions. France has raised its health alert to the highest level, and multiple deaths linked to the heat have been reported. The heatwave is shifting east, prompting extreme weather warnings in Germany and the Czech Republic.
- Earlier version 26/25/2026, 4:00:55 PM
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