France and the United Kingdom are currently being affected by a heat dome, driving up temperatures in western Europe. Although the phenomenon is common, it is now being exacerbated by climate change. It’s the same mechanism that has been affecting India for weeks, with temperatures exceeding 45°C in some places, and has led to wildfires in Canada in 2021.
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Una mujer se protege del sol con una sombrilla durante una ola de calor en Londres, Reino Unido, el 26 de mayo de 2026. © Jack Taylor, Reuters
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Issued on: 26/05/2026 - 12:05
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