Temperatures soared to record highs in central and eastern Europe, causing disruptions and health concerns. In Switzerland, a record 38.8 C (101.8 F) was set in the city of Basel, while Denmark’s Meteorological Institute reported a record 37 degrees Celsius (98.6 degrees Fahrenheit) in Ødum north of Aarhus.
Heat Wave Impacts
The heat wave has affected various countries, including Germany, where the famous Autobahn was overwhelmed, and the Czech Republic, which saw its hottest day on record with 40.8 C (105.4 F) in the northern town of Doksany. In France, multiple towns in the east of the country saw their highest-ever temperatures, with some above 40 C (104 F).
The heat wave has also raised concerns about climate change, with a new study from the World Weather Attribution suggesting that the record-breaking heat and humidity in Europe this week would not have been possible without climate change.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
