European heatwaves trigger record temperatures and health warnings

Extreme heat continues to sweep across Western and Southern Europe as countries face recurring heatwaves, record temperatures, and rising mortality rates. France's health ministry reported more than 7,300 excess deaths between May and July following 52 heatwave days recorded since mid-June. In Austria, meteorologists registered a national record high of 40.8 degrees Celsius in a Vienna suburb.

Italy has entered its fourth heatwave of the year, prompting health authorities to extend red weather alerts across all 27 major cities. Temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius are expected to persist across the region, while the United Kingdom and France prepare for additional hot spells alongside heightened wildfire and drought risks.

Sources: Aftenposten, Berlingske, DR, TV 2 Nyheter, VG (Verdens Gang)