Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:46am on 29 Jun 2026,Monday Weather & Environment
A record-breaking heatwave sweeping across Europe has caused severe disruption, with roads melting in France and tram tracks buckling in Germany due to extreme temperatures. Several countries have issued heat alerts as temperatures climbed above 40°C in parts of western and central Europe. Transport services were disrupted, schools adjusted schedules, and authorities urged people to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours. Emergency services are on high alert amid growing concerns over heat-related illnesses and wildfire risks. Scientists say climate change is making extreme heatwaves more frequent and intense across the continent.
