Experts link the rising frequency and intensity of these heatwaves to climate change. Scientists warn that such extreme weather events are becoming increasingly common across Europe’s southern region.
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- Red alert heat warnings have been issued in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, and the UK. 8s
- Two people died in a wildfire in Spain's Catalonia region. 25s
- Temperatures in Rome rose above 40 degrees Celsius, with red alerts for 17 Italian cities. 55s
- Paris faces increased risk due to urban heat retention and vulnerable populations. 1m 37s
- Scientists link the increasing frequency and intensity of heatwaves to climate change. 1m 55s