A severe heatwave sweeping across much of Europe has led France to restrict alcohol consumption at public events, while Germany issued widespread heat warnings and Spain closed a football fan zone in Madrid.
Temperatures in parts of France are expected to reach 39C to 40C on Sunday, with some areas forecast to climb as high as 41C. Authorities said 35 of the country’s 96 departments were expected to be placed under red heatwave alerts.
Following a crisis meeting, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced a temporary ban on alcohol consumption at annual Fete de la Musique festivals and other public events in the affected regions. In Paris, officials ordered parks to remain open around the clock to help residents cope with the heat.
Germany has also issued heat alerts across much of the country, with temperatures expected to approach 38C. The national weather service warned that a combination of high temperatures and humidity could trigger severe thunderstorms.
In Italy, the heat has disrupted daily life and tourism, with temperatures expected to reach 36C to 37C in some cities.
In Rome, visitors queued under intense sun outside the Colosseum, while others sought relief in cooler underground areas near the remains of the Temple of Claudius. In Bologna, one of Italy’s hottest cities, people cooled themselves at the Fountain of Neptune and sheltered beneath the city’s porticoes.
Spain’s football federation closed a fan zone in Madrid’s Plaza de Colon, where supporters had been expected to watch Spain’s World Cup match against Saudi Arabia on giant screens. The teams will play in an air-conditioned stadium in Atlanta.
Scientists say climate change is making heatwaves in Europe more frequent and intense, increasing the risk of health emergencies and disruption to daily life.
The economic impact is also under scrutiny. Bank of France Governor Emmanuel Moulin said the short-term effect on growth was mixed, with lower productivity offset in part by higher energy use. But he warned that repeated heatwaves could weigh on economic activity over the medium term.
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