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Europe swelters as heatwave breaks records and becomes 'new normal'

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Europe is grappling with another record-breaking heatwave as temperatures soar across the continent. The World Health Organization warns that such events are becoming more frequent and dangerous due to climate change.

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  • Spain recorded 46°C in the southwest, breaking June temperature records. 9s
  • France placed 84 out of 96 mainland regions on orange heat alert. 30s
  • London experienced its hottest opening day on record at Wimbledon. 1m 8s
  • The heatwave is caused by a high-pressure 'heat dome' over Europe. 1m 39s
  • WHO and scientists warn that such extreme heat events are becoming more frequent due to climate change. 1m 46s
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