Heatwave breaks records in Germany, Denmark and Czech Republic
An estimated 150 million people are now experiencing temperatures of over 35C across Europe.
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"This heat isn't pleasant summer weather. It's a health crisis."
— Katrin Goering-Eckardt , Politician
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An estimated 150 million people are now experiencing temperatures of over 35C across Europe.
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