Europe is getting scorched by record heat dome locking in triple‑digit temps. See how the extreme summer is breaking records now.

Authorities accross Europe have warned of temperatures exceeding 39 and 40 degrees Celsius as a 'heat dome' sets in. Germany also faces the threat of extreme thunderstorms.

The severe heatwave prompted nationwide warnings, alcohol bans, transport disruption and signs of strain on wildlife and at tourist hotspots.

European countries are taking several measures as a deadly heatwave grips the continent