Europe faces warmest year on record as heatwave batters continent

Summary

Europeans face sweltering temperatures once again, as another heatwave brings disruption in schools, rail services and sport events, as officials fear heat-related health risks. Temperatures are expected to hit 39 degrees celsius, heading to be the hottest year on record. According to the WHO, over 200 000 people have died from heat-related causes in Europe in the past four years.