Europe's heatwave linked to 1,300 deaths, WHO says, as Germany hits record 41.7C

Europe's record-breaking heatwave exposes decades of failed climate preparation

Europe is experiencing its most severe and widespread heatwave on record, with temperatures breaking June records across the UK and France.

Heatwave in western Europe causes record temperatures and 40 drowning deaths in France

A severe heatwave in western Europe, particularly affecting France, Spain, and Italy, has led to record temperatures in several major cities

Record heatwave strains European healthcare systems as France reports first deaths

Europe's healthcare systems are under severe strain as a record-breaking heatwave pushes temperatures to unprecedented highs across the cont

European heatwave may have caused over 20,000 excess deaths, climate expert warns

Commentary on rapid analysis suggesting the June 2026 European heatwave may have killed over 20,000 people (including 862 in the UK). Gareth

Europe's Second Heat Wave Since May Breaks Temperature Records, Linked to Spike in Deaths in Spain

Europe is experiencing its second heat wave since May, with record-breaking temperatures disrupting daily life for millions. Officials in Sp

Over 1,000 people may have died from June heatwave in Spain