Europe is currently battling a heatwave, with large parts under extreme weather warnings. Eighty-four departments are on orange alert, and temperatures are expected to exceed 40 Celsius in certain areas, particularly Paris, where it is predicted to reach 38C. The heatwave may persist at least until midweek. France has closed the top of the Eiffel Tower as a precaution. Other cities also experiencing high temperatures include Zaragoza (39C), Rome (37C), and London (33C), highlighting the widespread impact of the heatwave across the continent.
Large parts of Europe are on extreme weather warnings again as the first European heatwave continues, raising questions over public health and climate change impact.
Eighty-four departments in Europe are on orange heatwave alert, with temperatures likely to exceed 40 Celsius in some areas, lasting until midweek in Paris.
Paris is under the highest, red alert with temperatures reaching 38C and precautionary measures in place, including closing the top of the Eiffel Tower to tourists.
Prominent cities experiencing significant heat include Zaragoza, Rome, Madrid, Athens, Brussels, and Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 33C to 39C as the heatwave peaks.
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