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Europe is battling a severe heatwave with France issuing its highest alert across over half the nation and the UK bracing for temperatures nearing 40C. Schools have closed, and travel advisories are in place as the extreme heat leads to safety concerns and disruptions. This intense weather is a stark reminder of climate change's growing impact.

France is grappling with an intense and early summer heatwave, with millions sweltering under record-breaking temperatures. Fifty-four departments are under a red alert as schools, transport, and events face disruption. Tragically, at least 20 drowning deaths have occurred since the weekend. This extreme weather is linked to human-caused climate change, with scientists warning of more heat records to come.