June 25, 2026
The temperature in Britain hit a record high for June on Thursday as large parts of Western Europe were in the grip of a deadly early summer heatwave that has killed dozens, disrupted power supplies, and shut schools and cultural landmarks.
French and British authorities warned busy people to adapt their daily routines to avoid the risk of over-heating.
"We are just at the start of seeing an increase in people going to emergency wards," French health minister Stephanie Rist told a news conference.
Paris Swelters, Britain Hits Record High
