Europe is enduring a severe heatwave with red alerts across several countries. France has suffered record temperatures and over 20 heat‑related deaths, including children, prompting school closures and transport disruptions. Scientists attribute the extreme heat to accelerating climate change, warning of more frequent events.

Europe is enduring a severe heatwave with red alerts across several countries. France has suffered record temperatures and over 20 heat‑related deaths, including children, prompting school closures and transport disruptions. Scientists attribute the extreme heat to accelerating climate change, warning of more frequent events.