Europe Gripped by Severe Heatwave and Wildfires

Spain and England have experienced their hottest June ever as scorching heat grips the region. Spain's June average was 23.6C, surpassing normal July and August averages. England's mean June temperature was 16.9C, a record for the country. Wildfires have forced evacuations in several nations, with over 263 fires reported in the past three days in Turkey alone. Italy, France, and Portugal have experienced extreme temperatures, with mainland Portugal seeing a record 46.6C. The UN's human rights chief has linked the heatwave to climate change, warning of its threat to life and the need for climate action.

A severe heat wave has gripped Europe, causing widespread disruptions and health concerns. The Eiffel Tower in Paris was closed to visitors due to the extreme heat, while hundreds of French schools were shut. Barcelona recorded its hottest June on record, with an average temperature of 78.8F (26C), and temperatures soared to 114F (46C) in southern Spain. The UK, Italy, and other European countries also experienced record-breaking heat, with health warnings in place. The heat wave has been linked to global warming, with rising sea temperatures exacerbating the issue. The extreme weather has resulted in deaths, wildfires, and other hazards, prompting emergency responses across the continent.

A severe heatwave has hit several European countries, including Spain, Greece, Portugal, and Italy, with temperatures exceeding 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius). Experts link the extreme weather to climate change. The heatwave has led to wildfires, with firefighters battling a blaze near Athens and regions of Portugal being put under high alert.

The UK recorded its hottest day of 2025 so far on Tuesday, with a temperature of 34.7C in central London, while Europe faced even hotter conditions, with temperatures reaching 40C in Paris, Madrid, Sevilla, and Barcelona, leading to school closures and health warnings. Wildfires raged in Turkey's coastal provinces for a second day, forcing over 50,000 people to evacuate their homes. The heatwave is expected to subside in the UK by Wednesday morning, with colder temperatures coming in from the north.