Europe swelters as Germany braces for potential 42°C heat

Much of Europe is bracing for intense heat, with forecasts suggesting temperatures could soar to 42 degrees Celsius in Germany. This extreme weather event is impacting the region as citizens grapple with the rising mercury.

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