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Early heatwave shatters records and causes deaths across Western Europe

An unusually early and intense heatwave has gripped Western Europe, shattering temperature records and leading to fatalities. The UK experienced its second consecutive day of record-breaking heat, with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius in London, surpassing a century-old record. France also saw temperatures climb to 36 degrees Celsius, with a "heat dome" phenomenon contributing to conditions significantly warmer than average for this time of year. Tragically, several drownings occurred in Britain and France as individuals sought relief from the extreme heat. AI

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Early heatwave shatters records and causes deaths across Western Europe

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Exceptionally early heatwave shatters records and brings deaths in Europe

    The UK smashed a century-old temperature record for the second time in 24 hours on Tuesday as a spring heatwave continued to scorch parts of western Europe, triggering government warnings about risks to life. Several drownings were reported in Britain and France as people tried t…