Temperatures across central and eastern Europe have surged to unprecedented levels, with Germany, Czechia, Poland, and Hungary all registering record highs as a severe heatwave continues to spread across the continent. Authorities report that more than 191 million people across Europe have been exposed to temperatures of 35°C or higher, as extreme heat alerts remain in effect across multiple countries.

The most extreme heat is forecast to begin fading at the weekend, with heavy thunderstorms expected on Sunday. Across Europe, cultural landmarks have had to close, farming has…

A scorching heatwave, responsible for numerous deaths across Western Europe, is now bearing down on Germany and Poland with temperatures nearing 40°C. Record-breaking heat has…