France breaks nighttime heat record again as Spain registers deaths amid Europe heatwave

Europe is grappling with an intense heatwave, leading to significant health impacts. In Spain, over 200 heat-related deaths have been recorded between June 21 and 24, according to a state monitoring institute. The grim toll highlights the severe consequences of the extreme temperatures gripping the continent.

France, meanwhile, has seen its nighttime temperature records shattered. On Thursday morning, the mercury hit 22 degrees Celsius, marking the highest nighttime temperature since measurements began in 1974. This surpasses the previous record of 21.6 degrees Celsius set just two days earlier.

The widespread heat is affecting millions across Europe. Forecasts indicate that more than 101 million people will endure temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius on Thursday alone. The persistent heatwave underscores the growing challenges posed by climate change and extreme weather events in the region.