Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://gographicsoutput.com/video/IV4sr5ZoaPU.html Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter France records hottest night and day as Europe heatwave spreads | DW News [sl8egH4OhtN] Health Updated on August 06, 2026 EDT — Published on August 06, 2026 EDT France has recorded both its hottest night and hottest day since records began, with temperatures exceeding 44°C as a severe heatwave grips much of Europe. Schools have closed, transport is disrupted and health authorities warn of growing risks — especially for vulnerable groups. Scientists say such extreme heat is becoming more frequent and intense as the climate warms. We explore what’s driving the surge in temperatures - and how hot Europe could get in the future. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:13 French seek ways to cool down 02:24 UN urges climate action 03:27 What's driving the heat? 05:52 Are European cities prepared for extreme heat? 07:45 Hot air from Africa trapped over Europe 08:56 Is more AC the answer? 11:42 Heat waves and floods #heat #france #heatwave #dwcurrentaffairs For more news go to: Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: ►TikTok: ►Facebook: ►Twitter: Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: Subscribe: d8eL7lxP5eu xiORweDur3s 8oOo9lX8iQg padgHsW7TQB Fse8CnwJrww hYV6x82vimr 4nzaE5DglNq
France has recorded both its hottest night and hottest day since records began, with temperatures exceeding 44°C as a severe heatwave grips much of Europe. Schools have closed, transport is disrupted and health authorities warn of growing risks — especially for vulnerable groups. Scientists say such extreme heat is becoming more frequent and intense as the climate warms. We explore what’s driving the surge in temperatures - and how hot Europe could get in the future. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:13 French seek ways to cool down 02:24 UN urges climate action 03:27 What's driving the heat? 05:52 Are European cities prepared for extreme heat? 07:45 Hot air from Africa trapped over Europe 08:56 Is more AC the answer? 11:42 Heat waves and floods #heat #france #heatwave #dwcurrentaffairs For more news go to: Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: ►TikTok: ►Facebook: ►Twitter: Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: Subscribe: d8eL7lxP5eu xiORweDur3s 8oOo9lX8iQg padgHsW7TQB Fse8CnwJrww hYV6x82vimr 4nzaE5DglNq