Heatwave Grips Europe: France Bans Alcohol, Spain Cancels Match Viewing

Europe is grappling with an intense heatwave, prompting authorities to implement measures to protect public health and safety. In France, public alcohol consumption is banned in several areas, and Madrid has canceled an outdoor screening of Spain's World Cup match against Saudi Arabia due to expected temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius.

Despite a red alert for extreme heat affecting one-third of France, cities like Paris, Lyon, and Strasbourg are still holding their annual Fete de la Musique street music festival. However, the head of the French railway company SNCF, Jean Castex, has warned people against traveling by train due to the risk of heat-related incidents, advising vulnerable individuals to postpone or avoid train journeys.

Spain is under orange alerts for extreme heat in 13 of its 17 regions, with a red alert issued for the Basque Country. Authorities are urging people to watch matches indoors in air-conditioned venues and avoid prolonged exposure to the heat.

Meanwhile, Berlin experienced a sudden and severe thunderstorm that disrupted the final of the Berlin Open tennis tournament. The downpour flooded the courts, forcing the evacuation of players and spectators due to the risk posed by submerged power cables. The possibility of completing the final on Sunday remains uncertain.

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