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Extreme heatwaves strike Europe causing record temperatures and casualties

Severe heatwaves are impacting Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, Italy, and the UK, with temperatures exceeding 41°C in parts of Central Europe. In France, 55 people have drowned due to heat-related incidents, while an 18-month-old child died after being left in a car in Marseille, and two other children died in Carpentras. The UK recorded its highest June temperatures, with red alerts issued as rail travel faced disruptions and over a thousand schools closed. Germany’s rail operator, Deutsche Bahn, reported delays, and pavement damage occurred on the A2 motorway. Experts from the World Weather Attribution (WWA) network link these record-breaking events to climate change caused by fossil fuel emissions. Across the Balkans, including Serbia, North Macedonia, and Bosnia, authorities have issued high-level warnings as temperatures are expected to reach 39°C. Authorities across the continent continue to warn of health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations and those working outdoors.

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France: 20 drown while trying to escape heatwave
Sigmalive English · 23 June 2026, 12:28
Σε κλοιό καύσωνα η Ευρώπη
Sigma Live News · 22 June 2026, 10:56