Record temperatures and heatwaves persist across Europe

Record-breaking temperatures and persistent heatwaves are continuing to impact multiple European nations. In Austria, the Vienna region registered a national historic high of 40.8 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, French health authorities reported more than 7,300 excess deaths linked to extended heat periods across May, June, and July, with severe heat persisting for over 50 days since mid-June.

Italy has extended top-level red heat warnings to all 27 of its major cities as it undergoes its fourth major heatwave of the season, with forecasters expecting temperatures near 40 degrees Celsius to linger for another week. British and French officials are also bracing for additional temperature spikes, while Southern Europe faces heightened wildfire risks and ongoing drought conditions following Spain's hottest July on record.

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