List of European countries facing heatwave after deaths in western part

LONDON – A severe heatwave that has caused deaths and disruption in parts of Western Europe is moving eastward where temperatures could reach around 40 degrees Celsius. The United Kingdom, France and Switzerland recorded unusually high temperatures during June, with forecasters warning that the ongoing heatwave could break further records. German broadcaster ARD reported that temperatures in Saarbrücken, near the French border, crossed 41 degrees Celsius, though the figures remain preliminary. In France, dozens of people have reportedly died during the extreme heat, while temperatures above 40 degrees have affected train services, electricity generation and daily activities. Several schools have been closed, events postponed and restrictions introduced in some areas. Countries Facing Heatwave Germany, Poland and other eastern European countries are expected to experience heatwave in coming days. The World Meteorological Organization has warned that the heatwave could spread toward Central Europe and the Balkans by the end of the month. After a warm night, temperatures will rise quickly across the south and east of the country on Saturday morning Feeling slightly cooler elsewhere, with cloud and outbreaks of rain edging in from the west 🌦️ pic.twitter.com/W3yklUFB0F — Met Office (@metoffice) June 26, 2026 Meteorologist Carsten Brandt said the heat is expected to reach its peak by the end of the week, with some parts of Germany potentially experiencing temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius. The extreme weather has also disrupted activities in Germany, with routes for the Ironman European Championship shortened due to heat conditions. Rail operator Deutsche Bahn allowed passengers to cancel tickets without fees amid concerns that intense heat and possible storms could damage railway infrastructure. Across Europe, cultural sites have been closed, agricultural activities affected and pressure on hospitals increased. Experts linked the heatwave to an atmospheric pattern