Key Facts
• Europe experiences severe heatwave, with record-breaking temperatures in multiple regions.
• Paris issues first ‘heatwave alert’ in five years, citing life-threatening risks.
• Temperatures in Paris reach 39°C, with a local thermometer recording 44.2°C.
• Southern France’s Cadaujac records 41.4°C; some schools close due to extreme heat.
• Spain’s southern region hits 46°C on June 28; Rome sees near 40°C daily highs.
• Visitors report struggling with the heat, describing it as ‘unbearable.’
• Experts link the heatwave to climate change; conditions expected to persist until July 2.
Summary
A severe heatwave is gripping Europe, with record-high temperatures causing disruptions and health risks. Paris has issued its first ‘heatwave alert’ in five years, warning of life-threatening conditions as temperatures soar to 39°C, with some readings as high as 44.2°C. Southern France’s Cadaujac recorded 41.4°C, prompting school closures. Elsewhere, Spain’s southern region reached 46°C, and Rome has experienced consecutive days near 40°C. Visitors describe the heat as overwhelming, with many seeking refuge indoors. Experts attribute the extreme weather to climate change, with the heatwave expected to last until July 2.
