Europe braces for new heatwave with rising temperatures

New heatwave grips Western Europe with temperatures still climbing and UK facing 'tropical nights'

The Local SpainWestern Europe is in the grip of a new heatwave, with temperatures across the continent continuing to rise and forecasters warning of further extremes. Britain has been issued an extreme heat warning, with forecasters predicting 'tropical night' conditions where temperatures stay dangerously high after dark. Countries including Germany, France, Spain, Sweden, and Italy are all experiencing the heat, prompting public health alerts. The wave follows previous heat events this summer, raising concerns about the frequency and severity of extreme weather across the region. France 24 reported that authorities across western Europe are bracing for temperatures to climb still further in coming days.