Europe is battling a record‑breaking heat wave. What's making it so severe?

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Jun 25, 2026, 2:00 pm126 ptsTrending
Sweltering temperatures are shattering records across Europe as the continent battles a deadly heat wave. On Tuesday and Wednesday, France endured its hottest days in history, with western regions reaching highs between 39°C and 43°C (102°F and 109°F). Wednesday was the United Kingdom's warmest June day on…

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