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Severe heat wave sweeps Europe, triggering alerts and disruptions
Key takeaways
- Authorities accross Europe have warned of temperatures exceeding 39 and 40 degrees Celsius as a 'heat dome' sets in.
- Celebrated annually on June 21, the solstice also marks the start of Europe’s three hottest months.
- According to meteorologists, the heat wave is being driven by a mass of hot air moving north from the Sahara, fueled by a strong high-pressure system known as the "African anticyclone."
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Authorities accross Europe have warned of temperatures exceeding 39 and 40 degrees Celsius as a 'heat dome' sets in. Germany also faces the threat of extreme thunderstorms.
https://p.dw.com/p/5Fnu ICooling stations in Burgundy help residents and visitors during the heat wave Image: Sabrina Dolidze/SIPA/picture alliance Advertisement Europe was gripped by severe weather on Sunday as a prolonged heat wave set in across the region during the Northern Hemisphere's summer solstice.
Celebrated annually on June 21, the solstice also marks the start of Europe’s three hottest months.
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