Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave that has broken a series of temperature records in several countries. This was reported by The Guardian with reference to meteorologists, according to UNN.
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In the United Kingdom, Kew Gardens in London recorded 35.1°C on May 26, setting a new absolute record for May. The previous maximum of 34.8°C had been set just a day earlier.
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Ireland also updated its May temperature record, with thermometers rising to 28.8°C at two weather stations. Meanwhile, in France, temperatures reached 36°C in some places, marking the hottest May days in recorded history.
The heat has already claimed lives
According to a French government spokesperson, the heatwave has directly or indirectly caused the deaths of at least seven people. In addition to daytime records, abnormally high nighttime temperatures are being recorded in several regions. Notably, in Camborne, UK, the temperature did not drop below 21.4°C overnight.
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Meteorologists note that in some parts of Europe, temperatures are currently 10-15°C above the climatic norm. It is expected that until the end of the week, figures will remain 5-10°C higher than long-term averages, although a gradual easing of the heat is forecast for the UK next week.
Australia suffers from severe weather
Meanwhile, in eastern Australia, warnings have been issued for severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, hail, and flash flooding. In the state of Queensland, 50 mm of rain fell in half an hour, and in New South Wales, wind gusts of up to 104 km/h were recorded. According to forecasters, rainfall in some areas could reach 100 mm in the coming days.
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