Extreme heat continues across Europe with record temperatures and health warnings

Western and Southern Europe continue to face severe heatwaves, with record temperatures and rising health risks reported across multiple countries. In Austria, a suburb near Vienna recorded the nation's highest temperature in history at 40.8 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, French health officials reported more than 7,300 excess deaths associated with 52 days of heatwaves between May and July.

Italian authorities placed 27 major cities under red alerts as the country experiences its fourth prolonged period of extreme heat this year. Temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius are expected to persist for at least another week, prompting official advice to stay indoors during peak daylight hours. Additional heatwaves are forecasted to affect parts of France and the United Kingdom, intensifying regional drought conditions and elevated wildfire hazards.

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