An extreme heat wave is sweeping across Europe, bringing record temperatures, devastating wildfires and violent storms, with a tragic toll in deaths and destruction.

Weather forecasters warn of an extreme heat wave in Europe, with temperatures reaching 47°C in Spain and devastating fires in Greece and Italy. In the UK, record temperatures are expected and authorities have activated health alert codes. The extreme events, including storms and floods, are severely affecting infrastructure, with death tolls and massive destruction. Experts warn that these conditions are symptoms of accelerated climate change and government responses are often fragmented. Europe is facing a new normal, where climate extremes are becoming common, putting pressure on public health and safety systems.