Exceptionally early heatwave shatters records, brings deaths in Europe
A severe early heatwave has hit Western Europe, breaking temperature records and leading to multiple fatalities. The U.K. experienced its hottest May day on record, with temperatures reaching 34.8 degrees Celsius. Government officials are warning of health risks associated with the extreme heat, particularly for vulnerable populations.
- ▪London recorded a rare 'tropical night' with temperatures not falling below 20 degrees Celsius.
- ▪At least seven deaths have been reported in France potentially related to high temperatures, including drownings.
- ▪The U.K. Health Security Agency issued an amber health alert due to the extreme heat.
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Firefighters battled a grass fire in Edinburgh and temperature records toppled as a spring heatwave scorched parts of Western Europe, triggering government warnings about risks to life.London recorded a rare “tropical night,” defined as one in which the temperature does not fall below 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit), and Britain's Met Office weather service said the temperature in southern England could hit 35 degrees C (95 degrees F) on Tuesday (May 26, 2026).A 13-year-old boy died after getting into difficulty in a reservoir in Halifax, northern England, on Monday (May 25, 2026), police said.In France, temperatures have broken records for May, soaring well over 30 degrees C (86 degrees F) in many parts of the country.Government spokeswoman Maud Bregeon said there have been…
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