- Western Europe is sweltering under an early-summer heatwave, with Paris hitting 40.9°C and parts of Britain recording a provisional June high of 36.4°C.
- The heat is disrupting daily life—schools and landmarks closed, outdoor work paused—and dozens have died, many after trying to cool off.
- Authorities issued extended red alerts and urged people to change routines, while air‑conditioning sales are surging across Europe.
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