Giselda Vagnoni and Graham KeelyJun 22, 2026 – 4.00pmRome/Madrid/Paris | A severe heatwave gripped much of Europe on Sunday, with temperatures nearing 40C, prompting nationwide warnings, transport disruption and signs of strain on wildlife and at tourist hotspots.The heat surge, on the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere and typically the start of the three hottest months of the year, raised concerns of an early and persistent onset of extreme conditions.ReutersSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C
The heat surge around summer solstice, typically the start of the three hottest months of the year, raised concerns that extreme conditions may persist this year.
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