Europe is facing a major heatwave, with several countries recording their highest temperatures in years. The extreme heat has affected daily life, inc…
1/9Czech Republic records highest-ever temperature | The Czech Republic set a new national temperature record as temperatures reached 41.9°C at Doksany, north of Prague. The Czech Hydrometeorological Institute (CHMI) said it was the first time a temperature of 41°C had been recorded in its official weather station network. (Image: Reuters)
2/9Poland breaks its heat record | Poland also recorded its highest-ever temperature, with the mercury reaching 40.5°C in the western town of Slubice. The extreme heat prompted several weather alerts as residents faced dangerous conditions. (Image: Reuters)
3/9Germany crosses 41°C mark | Germany recorded a new temperature high of 41.7°C at Coschen, near the Polish border. The reading surpassed the previous record of 41.5°C set a day earlier at Drewitz, highlighting the rapid rise in temperatures across the country. (Image: Reuters)
4/9WHO reports more than 1,300 heat-related deaths | The World Health Organization said more than 1,300 additional deaths have been recorded in Europe since June 21 due to the heatwave. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus described heat stress as a “silent killer” and urged countries to strengthen heat health action plans. (Image: AP)
5/9Europe’s nights remain unusually hot | The heatwave continued after sunset, leaving many people without relief from the extreme temperatures. In Kubschuetz, eastern Germany, temperatures did not fall below 29.4°C overnight. The German weather service said it was the warmest night recorded in nearly 150 years. (Image: AP)
6/9Berlin uses water cannons to cool residents | Authorities in Berlin used water cannons to help people deal with the intense heat. The move was aimed at providing relief as temperatures remained high over the weekend. (Image: Reuters)
7/9France reports rise in deaths | France’s national health agency recorded around 1,000 more deaths than usual since June 24. Officials warned that the number could increase further, with many deaths reported among people aged 65 and above. (Image: Reuters)
8/9Storms add to Europe’s weather problems | Along with extreme heat, parts of Europe also faced violent storms. In Belgium, one person died after a tree fell on a vehicle near Brussels during severe weather. (Image: Reuters)
9/9Events disrupted due to extreme conditions | The heatwave affected major public events across Europe. The Garorock music festival in France was cancelled after a thunderstorm warning, causing major financial losses. Paris Pride was postponed after police warned that the event could put extra pressure on health services, while Munich Pride continued despite temperatures around 36°C. (Image: Reuters)