Europe is confronting a heatwave that has broken June temperature records. Germany and Italy see the extreme highs, many areas get intense heat warnings. France has put its Pride events on hold because of the blazing weather, and Poland has issued wildfire alerts as arid conditions spread.
In the United Kingdom the June heat record fell again. Temperatures have moderated somewhat, but health officials say more searing heat could come back, putting pressure on hospitals and power supplies. The Met Office expects a fleeting cool spell, but officials say vigilance must continue.