Heat wave pushes temperatures above 45°C in Spain and the UK

A prolonged heat wave has sent temperatures soaring across northern Spain and southern England. In Bilbao, thermometers recorded up to 47 °C, while Surrey experienced sweltering conditions that left many without adequate cooling. Shops reported empty shelves for fans and portable air‑conditioners, forcing residents to improvise with ice baths and makeshift refrigeration.

The extreme heat sparked official concern; a French minister is scheduled to travel to Spain to discuss measures against the heat crisis. Authorities in both countries are monitoring the situation as the high temperatures continue to strain public health and supply chains.