Europe is sweltering, with temperatures reaching record levels well above 40 degrees Celsius in some places. Forest fires are spreading, rivers and lakes are drying up, crops are withering, and especially for the sick and elderly the heat poses a major health problem. European commentators review the causes and potential countermeasures.

Les Echos (FR)
Libération (FR)
Trouw (NL)
Süddeutsche Zeitung (DE)
The Spectator (GB)

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