Extreme heatwave scorches Europe, leaving trail of death as temps push into mid…

Extreme heatwave scorches Europe, leaving trail of death as temps push into mid-40s | Stuff.co.nz <!--mynz:youtube-chapters--> {"v":1,"chapters":[{"timeSeconds":0,"label":"Europe faces extreme heatwave","summary":"Europe is experiencing an extreme heatwave with temperatures reaching the mid-40s. This has led to school closures and fires caused by buckling railway tracks."},{"timeSeconds":26,"label":"Paris struggles with record heat","summary":"Paris is under a heatwave warning, with temperatures soaring. Iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower are forced to close early due to the extreme heat."},{"timeSeconds":39,"label":"Heat impacts daily life","summary":"People are finding it difficult to cope with the heat, with one person commenting on the unbearable conditions and small windows in the metro."},{"timeSeconds":45,"label":"People seek relief in water","summary":"Despite warnings, people are swimming in canals and rivers to cool down. Sadly, 40 drowning deaths have been reported in the UK this month."},{"timeSeconds":57,"label":"Record temperatures recorded","summary":"The UK has recorded record-breaking temperatures in June, with 80% of child drownings occurring without adult supervision."},{"timeSeconds":100,"label":"Adapting to a hotter future","summary":"New building designs are being considered to withstand higher temperatures, with some schools closed and lessons cancelled due to the heat."},{"timeSeconds":135,"label":"French government response","summary":"France's Prime Minister convened an emergency meeting to discuss the heatwave. The military security system is on alert due to the increasing frequency of heat-related disasters."},{"timeSeconds":145,"label":"Heatwave affects UK and Europe","summary":"The UK recorded 32 degrees Celsius at 11 AM, with temperatures in Britain reaching the high 30s. In Europe, infrastructure built for cooler climates is being tested."}]} <!--/mynz:youtube-chapters-->