Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=OGo3ODC1zoa Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter France records hottest night and day as Europe heatwave spreads | DW News [Yftqs66G0L2] Health Updated on August 09, 2026 EDT — Published on August 09, 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: 3v2JgreJggw 5AhgdeBo49c Zdnw9Ue4LLY ZbLSTB6qapH dYIBXvLTnMr 7NudtSlbq7O
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: 3v2JgreJggw 5AhgdeBo49c Zdnw9Ue4LLY ZbLSTB6qapH dYIBXvLTnMr 7NudtSlbq7O