Europe is battling a severe heatwave with France issuing its highest alert across over half the nation and the UK bracing for temperatures nearing 40C. Schools have closed, and travel advisories are in place as the extreme heat leads to safety concerns and disruptions. This intense weather is a stark reminder of climate change's growing impact.

This morning, the French Prime Minister called a crisis meeting with 14 of his ministers amid the rising heat, as orange heat warnings became active in 60 of the country's…

Nationwide warnings were also issued in Germany , while temperatures in Italy this weekend were hotter than in Bangkok.

France, Spain and Germany roll out safety measures amid intensifying heat

France is bracing for a week of scorching heat, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius and nights offering little respite. Hundreds of schools have closed, and…