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Europe faces record heatwaves and drought across multiple nations

Europe is experiencing extreme weather conditions, characterized by record-breaking heat and drought. Recent data indicates that June and July were the warmest on record for the continent. In the United Kingdom, the Met Office warns that the summer of 2026 is on track to be the hottest on record, with a significant heatwave forecasting temperatures up to 36 degrees Celsius.

Germany is also facing intense heat, with the Deutscher Wetterdienst predicting temperatures could reach 40 degrees Celsius in some regions. These conditions have led to water shortages in various German municipalities and increased wildfire risks in areas like Hessen. In France, heat alerts have been issued across multiple departments, and drought conditions are impacting water management and biodiversity in regions like Manche.

In the UK, the heatwave has prompted political debate. Greenpeace has criticized the government for continuing to support new oil and gas drilling projects while managing the emergency consequences of climate-driven heatwaves. Additionally, the North Sea Transition Authority reports that the costs associated with the North Sea oil and gas shutdown have risen to 54 billion pounds, driven by increased taxes and decommissioning challenges.

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British Retail Consortium · Copernicus Climate Change Service · Danube · Deutscher Wetterdienst · El Niño · Emma Hardy · England · Environment Agency · Europe · European Union · France · Germany

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Fossil Fuels - electricity info [electricityinfo.org]
Vigilance Orange Canicule [saintromaindurfe.fr]