Record-breaking June heatwave causes deaths and disruptions across Europe.
A severe heatwave has gripped Western Europe, setting new June temperature records in multiple countries. At least 46 deaths have been reported across France and Spain, with France recording its hottest day on record. Power outages, school closures, and transport disruptions have affected thousands.
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Coverage splits on scope: some outlets emphasize dozens of deaths and infrastructure collapse, while others focus on long-term economic costs or the climate crisis driving the phenomenon.
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“Temperatures hit record levels in western Europe” · Al Jazeera, Deutsche Welle, BBC, Reuters, Le Monde
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AJAl Jazeera Deaths, disruptions across Europe: What you should know about the heatwave 23h ago DWDeutsche Welle Climate change: Heatwave costs the German economy billions 23h ago BBCBBC Temperatures hit record levels in western Europe 1d ago LMLe Monde France experiences major power outage as Europe wilts under record heat 18h ago Tracked claims from across the political spectrum
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