European heatwave hits Germany and Italy with record temperatures

Germany and Italy sweltered under record-breaking temperatures on Saturday as a severe heatwave continued its eastward progression across Europe. The intense heat, which has been linked to numerous fatalities in Western Europe, has already shattered temperature records in several countries, including Britain, France, Switzerland, and Germany, throughout June. This weather phenomenon is now poised to test further records as it moves towards Poland. Scientists have strongly linked the current extreme heat conditions to human-induced climate change. They emphasize that the likelihood of experiencing such high night-time temperatures has increased dramatically, becoming approximately 100 times more probable due to global warming. The persistent high temperatures pose significant risks to public health and infrastructure across the affected regions.