Western Europe braces for more extreme heat as temperatures continue to climb
Authorities warned of record-busting temperatures as France, Britain, Germany and Spain raised alerts and schools, transport and wildlife shelters faced strain.
- On Monday, June 22, 2026, authorities issued red heatwave warnings across France as three people died from heat-related health issues and nearly 2,700 schools closed or modified timetables.
- Temperatures in southwestern France are forecast to exceed 42 degrees Celsius on Monday, with 49 regional administrative areas under red alert as European heat levels average 4.1C above historic norms.
- The Paris region allocated a €1 million budget for portable classroom air conditioners, while rail lines face significant disruptions as they cannot withstand temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius.
- French Health Minister Stephanie Rist warned that temperatures may not fall soon, as emergency services reported a 60 percent spike in calls in Paris on Sunday evening.
- In Spain, state weather agency Aemet issued a red alert for the Basque country, with temperatures in San Sebastian forecast to reach 40 degrees Celsius as Spain's Labour Ministry monitors workplace safety compliance.
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