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Is France equipped to handle heatwaves? 55 drown from swimming in unauthorised locations

The drowning death toll in France has risen to 55 since the heatwave began on June 18, with Sports Minister Marina Ferrari warning that the situation "may worsen" as record temperatures continue to grip the country.

The Times of India

This frozen pillow trick helps you sleep in the UK heatwave – here’s how to do it properly

Feeling the heat? Try freezing your pillow!

Leeds heatwave: 33°C peak temperatures expected today, June 26

Leeds is set for a significant heatwave, with today, June 26, 2026, reaching a peak of 33°C under clear skies. High humidity will make the heat feel more intense, though moderate winds offer some respite. Residents are urged to stay hydrated and limit strenuous outdoor activities during the afternoon.

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Manchester heatwave: 35°C forecast, prepare for scorching temperatures and gradual cooling

Manchester braces for a scorching 35°C heatwave today, June 26, with clear skies and high humidity. Residents are urged to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity during peak hours. A welcome cooling trend begins tomorrow, with temperatures gradually dropping throughout the week, offering a more temperate climate by the weekend…

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London heatwave: 36°C forecast for June 26, with gradual cooling expected

Londoners are bracing for a scorching 36°C heatwave today, June 26, 2026, with clear skies and high humidity. Residents are urged to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities. Fortunately, a gradual cooling trend is anticipated, with temperatures dropping to 32°C tomorrow and reaching a more moderate 26°C by Saturday.

The Times of India

Birmingham weather today: 33°C high, sunny skies, low rain chance

Birmingham is set for a scorcher today, June 26, 2026, with clear skies and a high of 33°C. Residents should stay hydrated and protected from the sun. The week ahead promises pleasant weather, with temperatures cooling slightly from tomorrow onwards, featuring sunny intervals and highs generally around 21°C. A mild…

The Times of India

Scots share videos of 'unreal' lightning amid storm 'unlike anything we've ever seen'

SCOTS have described being “jolted awake” in the middle of the night amid a stronger thunderstorm than they have “ever seen” ...

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Hospitals Under Pressure as Paris Restricts Alcohol During Europe's Heatwave Crisis

Paris authorities have restricted public alcohol consumption and takeaway sales to reduce health risks and ease hospital pressure during a severe heatwave, with record temperatures and rising emergencies.

International Business Times UK

Climate change to blame for intensity of Europe heatwave: scientists

PARIS — Human-caused climate change is "unequivocally" responsible for the intensity of a record-breaking heatwave scorching Europe, scientists said Friday.

Bangkok Post

Record-breaking heatwave virtually impossible 50 years ago, scientists warn

Climate change is causing the record heat that is disrupting life across much of Europe.

The Independent UK

Europe’s severe June heatwave ‘virtually impossible’ 50 years ago, climate scientists say

Europe’s record heatwave in the month of June would have been "virtually impossible" 50 years ago, scientists said Friday, proof that human-caused climate change is "unequivocally" responsible for the intensity of the latest scorcher. Half-a-century ago, a similar heatwave would have been 3.5°C cooler, the study found.

France 24

A historic heat wave catches Europe's fashion industry unprepared

Paris Fashion Week Men’s became a test of fashion’s relationship with heat

The Independent UK

Europe's extreme heat would be impossible without climate change, scientists say

The record-breaking heat that’s scorching Europe day and night this month would not have been possible without climate change, according to a new study

The Independent UK

European heatwave is worst ever and impossible without climate crisis, scientists say

Study also finds high humidity means people in hundreds of cities are enduring their worst ever heat stress

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Paris bans drinking alcohol in public as hospitals hit heatwave breaking point

City’s Pride march also postponed as police chief says health and emergency services have been overwhelmed

The Independent UK

Things to know about the Venezuela earthquakes

A rare double earthquake ravaged Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 188 people and leaving more than 200 trapped

Evening Standard

London heatwave triggers record life-threatening emergency calls as UK hits hottest June day at 36.7C

Temperatures reached 32C in the capital on Thursday and Friday is set to be even hotter

The Independent UK

Heatwave Britain must do more to prepare for this scorching new normal

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: As the UK swelters and June temperature records tumble, the government must redouble its investment in resilience policies that meet the future rather than ignore it

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King Charles Beats the Intense U.K. Heat With a Surprisingly Un-Royal Accessory

Palaces weren't built for this weather.

The Times of India

Switzerland records hottest June day in history; Basel reaches 38°C as Europe grapples with heatwave

Switzerland recorded its hottest June temperature ever on Thursday when thermometers in the northern city of Basel reached 38C, surpassing a national June record that had stood since 1947, as an intense heatwave continued to grip large parts of Western Europe.

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‘Infection control becomes almost impossible’: four doctors on the NHS heatwave crisis

Frontline medics describe extreme heat conditions they feel are unsafe and lacking in dignity for patients

France 24

‘Like working in a kettle’: France’s overcrowded prisons swelter under historic heatwave

The deadly heatwave sweeping France has once again exposed the structural problems of the country’s chronically overcrowded prisons, with groups of three or four detainees crammed into airless cells built to hold a lone prisoner. Analysts and prison staff alike have criticised a penal system that continues to see mass…

The Independent UK

80-year-old woman fights for her life after suffering third degree burns falling asleep in the sun

Betty Lou Summer was sat by a community pool in San Tan Valley, Arizona, in 105F heat

The National (Scotland)

Gritters deployed as Scottish roads melt in 52C heat and heatwave warning grows

GRITTERS have been deployed in the Borders as Scotland braces for the hottest day of the year so far

The Guardian - UK

Unions urge teachers to strike as French school exams go ahead in up to 40C heat

Claims health of staff and children at risk as France struggles to adapt heat-trap school buildings

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