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Europe Experiences Unprecedented Heatwave

Updated 2026-06-26 08:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Western and central Europe are experiencing the hottest and most humid heatwave in recorded history. The unprecedented conditions pose significant health risks due to extreme temperatures and humidity levels.

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New Scientist
The current temperatures in western and central Europe would have been virtually impossible 50 years ago, and unprecedented humidity levels make this heatwave especially dangerous
2026-06-26 05:00 UTC
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