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Hottest day: Berlin police deploy water cannon to beat the heat

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UK records hottest June day ever as Europe swelters in heatwave

The Met Office has warned that "exceptionally warm" temperatures are expected to continue through the middle of the week.

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Heatwave and wildfire alerts, power cuts in Finistère: France swelters

Temperatures of 40 to 45C are forecast in France on Wednesday 24 June, wildfire alerts are in force in the centre and 68,000 homes in Finistère are without power.

Climate

Heatwave kills 18 people in France, including two children

On Monday, the average temperature nationwide reached 29.2°C, making it the third hottest day ever recorded.

Climate

Heatwave grips much of Europe as France restricts alcohol consumption

Sunday is the summer solstice, meaning the sun is at its strongest and UV levels will be high across the continent.

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Lightning strikes injure 10 in southern Germany

Lightning struck a camp in Baden-Württemberg as temperatures soared around the country. Several people were injured.

Climate

Spain braces for first major heatwave of year, highs up to 45C

A mass of warm air from Africa will hit Spain and France from this Saturday until Tuesday 23 June, with temperatures in some areas possibly exceeding 40°C.

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'Public health emergency': France heatwaves cause 5,400 deaths a year

Two studies warn of the health impact of heatwaves in France, with worsening risks in poorly adapted housing and the most deprived areas.

Climate

Heatwave on the way, but IPMA says no cause for alarm

Portugal's weather agency says Lisbon and inland areas will see very high temperatures next week, with yellow or orange alerts likely, but dismisses alarmist online forecasts.

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Paris invites locals to cool off in canal during 40C heatwave

The city would rather make canal swimming safe rather than spending time pulling people out of the water, says Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire.

Climate

High-summer heat returns to Spain this weekend

Temperatures will rise across Spain on Friday, reaching July-like levels. An easterly wind will batter the Strait with orange alerts and storms inland on Sunday.

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Paris: work under way on 'La Caverne du Pont Neuf', opening postponed indefinitely

After the severe weather that damaged JR's artwork, technical teams have begun restoration. It's a project whose duration remains uncertain.

Climate

Climate change 'supercharging' larger and more damaging hail in Europe

Europe suffers huge economic losses due to hailstorms, but climate experts warn that rising temperatures is only making them bigger and more damaging.

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The heatwave affecting Europe is 'unprecedented and historic'

Temperature reached 35°C near London and could hit 39°C in some areas of France.

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France has been bracing for extreme heat for years. Is it prepared?

France has quite literally been acting out the best way to cope during extreme temperatures. Now, it’s trapped under a heat dome.

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Extreme weather: Pentecost heatwave expected, up to 30C

Compared with the long-term average, the first half of May has been too cool. Meteorologists say this is about to change as Germany’s weather pattern shifts.

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Rare spring snowstorm hits Moscow

A rare spring snowfall blankets Moscow, forcing flight cancellations and toppling trees. The Russian Meteorological Center has declared an orange alert level for the capital, in effect until Tuesday morning.