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France’s latest heatwave: ‘Temperatures will fall, and we won’t talk about it anymore’

The heatwave that has engulfed France is underscoring the country’s lack of preparedness for climate change. Researcher and climate scientist François Gemenne laments that this is only considered a crisis during heatwaves, saying that France urgently needs to renovate its buildings – and reconsider its aversion to air conditioning.

France 24

Europe wilts under record heat as AC sales soar

PARIS (FRANCE) - Europe braced Wednesday for another day of an unprecedented heatwave that has smashed records in many countries and sent air conditioner sales zooming in a continent unused and ill-equipped to handle searing heat.

Bangkok Post

Extreme heat in London leads to cancellation of climate change event on adapting to extreme heat

The event was organised by the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment

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Searing UK heat leaves schools, hospitals and transport networks struggling to cope

Temperature on Tuesday hits high of 34.6C in Surrey, England, with heatwave forecast to get more intense on Wednesday and Thursday

The Guardian - UK

From the 'caveman method' to the 'frozen salt water fan trick' — 7 expert-approved ways to cool your bedroom and sleep well in a heatwave

Don't let a heatwave ruin your sleep. We've tested 7 ways to stay cool in bed and these were our winners.

Tom’s Guide

The Guardian view on extreme heat: as risks escalate, adaptation plans are dangerously lagging

Editorial: Record-breaking temperatures should focus minds on the UK’s lack of preparedness for the climate dangers ahead

The Guardian - UK

Europe's Record Heatwave Turns Deadly as People Jump Into Rivers to Escape the Scorching Heat

Europe's record heatwave pushes temperatures above 45°C as rivers become deadly escape routes, with dozens of drownings reported across France, Germany, Spain, and Italy.

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Deadly heat grips France as crowds flock to water, drowning toll mounts to 40

The prolonged spell of extreme heat has disrupted daily life across the country. Schools, rail services and sporting events continue to face challenges, particularly in a nation where air conditioning is not widely used. Scientists have repeatedly linked the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events to human-driven climate…

The Times of India

What is the ‘heat dome’ causing Europe’s record-breaking temperatures?

Europe is sizzling under an early heat wave this week with millions of people experiencing extremely high temperatures

The Independent UK

Should you keep curtains closed in hot weather? Experts settle the debate

Open or closed, which is better to keep your home cool? Cooling and home experts shed light on the heatwave mystery

Woman & Home

Sophie Raworth’s breezy tiered midi dress is the heat-beating style to rely on this summer

With a loose-fitting silhouette that lets skin breathe, this is the style you’ll want on hand in 30+ degrees

Woman & Home

Hundreds of schools in England and Wales to close in heatwave

Unions say it is dangerous for schools to stay open in high temperatures

The Guardian - UK

Massive Saharan dust cloud to sweep across US in days and bring polluted air

Sand and dirt brought over from Africa will create dry, hot conditions and reduce chance of hurricanes

The Independent UK

'Do not travel' warning as Scottish rail services face historic heatwave

Passengers travelling on a key cross-border train line have been warned to avoid travelling while parts of the UK grapple with intense heat

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The Guardian - US

A super El Niño threatens disaster. Trump is handling it recklessly

The administration interrupted data streams that are key to forecasting. These systems should not be vulnerable to political whims

France 24

France issues red alert as heatwave breaks records and death toll mounts

France experienced its hottest-ever night Monday into Tuesday as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said 40 people had drowned across the country since June 18 as they sought to escape the record heat. In a country without widespread air-conditioning, the scorching temperatures have led to school closures, cancelled events and disrupted…

Radio France Internationale

France scrambles to respond, as June heatwave grips Europe

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is to hold a crisis meeting on Tuesday, after Météo France reported that the country's average temperature had broken a June record. Elsewhere in Europe, several countries are also struggling with the heatwave, which has led to a number of deaths and disruption to public…

Evening Standard

Full list of London schools closing or shutting early due to heatwave

Check our list of schools closing in London due to the scorching heatwave gripping the capital

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Which London trains are hit by the heatwave? Full list of disrupted rail services

National Rail has advised passengers to ‘only travel if absolutely necessary’

Bangkok Post

More records set to fall in deadly Europe heatwave

PARIS - Europe on Tuesday braced for more extreme weather as a deadly heatwave threatened fresh temperature records in Britain, with trains disrupted and hospitals across the continent preparing for an influx of heat-afflicted patients.

The Times of India

20 drown in France as people take to rivers, lakes to escape heatwave

France is currently facing a severe heatwave, with nearly 20 individuals drowning in unsupervised waters over the weekend. Temperatures are expected to reach dangerously high levels of 40°C, prompting authorities to advise caution. Tragically, this extreme heat has also resulted in the deaths of two young children left in a…

International Business Times UK

France Heatwave Leaves Two Children Dead in Hot Car as Death Toll Rises to 18

An intense heatwave in France has resulted in at least 18 deaths, including two children, as temperatures exceed 40C. Authorities issue warnings and urge precautions amid widespread disruptions.

The Independent UK

A red alert over France, and heat that may rewrite the record books

France is experiencing another day of scorching heat, with most of the population exposed to extreme temperatures

The Guardian - AU

Forty people drown in France; Met Office warns UK temperatures could reach 39C – as it happened

France records hottest ever day as much of Europe endures extreme heat; ‘London is cooking,’ says UN secretary general

The Guardian - UK

Remembering summer 1976: how the historic heatwave has become our new normal

Half a century on, Britain braces for temperatures up to 40C as global heating brings yet more extreme weather

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