GeneralJune 20, 2026 · 12:45 PM1 min read

    Europe swelters in gruelling heatwave, authorities ramp up warnings

    A severe heatwave is sweeping across much of Europe, prompting emergency meetings in France, nationwide warnings in Germany and strains on tourists and residents ​in Italy. Temperatures climbed to record levels, and are set to hit 40°C (105.0 °F). Details by Shirli Sitbon.

    By FRANCE24, Shirli Sitbon

    Europe swelters in gruelling heatwave, authorities ramp up warnings

    A severe heatwave is sweeping across much of Europe, prompting emergency meetings in France, nationwide warnings in Germany and strains on tourists and residents ​in Italy.

    Temperatures climbed to record levels, and are set to hit 40°C (105.0 °F).

    Details by Shirli Sitbon.

    Source: France 24 · General
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