Europe prepares for heatwave as temperatures forecast to hit mid-30s Celsius

Extreme heat warnings have been issued for both Britain and France as meteorological agencies forecast temperatures climbing into the mid‑30s Celsius (mid‑90s Fahrenheit) later this week. The UK Met Office announced a Level 3 heat‑health alert for large parts of England, Wales and southern Scotland, while France’s Météo‑France issued a similar warning covering the western and central regions, including Paris. The forecasts, based on a high‑pressure system moving north from the Mediterranean, predict peak temperatures of 35‑37 °C on Thursday and Friday, marking the hottest spell of the year so far.

Authorities in both countries are urging residents to adopt precautionary measures, such as staying hydrated, limiting outdoor activity during peak heat hours, and checking on vulnerable individuals. Health services have prepared additional resources to cope with potential heat‑related illnesses, and local councils have opened cooling centres in public buildings. The warnings underscore the broader European heatwave, which has already prompted similar alerts across the continent, and officials will continue to monitor conditions throughout the weekend.