Austria recorded its highest temperature ever as a severe heatwave grips Europe. Hungarians reduced power use to ease grid pressure amid a significant drought. Italy issued red heat alerts for major cities, with temperatures nearing forty degrees Celsius. Wildfires raged in Albania, forcing evacuations and continued firefighting efforts. Europe's agriculture faces worrying impacts, with Britain expecting its worst cereal harvest.

Temperatures forecast to reach 37C in Budapest and Vienna as Hungary switches off vital nuclear plant with falling water levels in Danube affecting cooling capabilities

Scorching conditions are testing the region's electricity system

Austria recorded its highest temperature ever as a severe heatwave grips Europe. Hungarians reduced power use to ease grid pressure amid a significant drought. Italy issued red…