Italy's severe heat wave is forecast to spread across western Europe, including the UK, France, and Spain, raising public health and infrastructure concerns.
Europe faces its fourth heat wave since May, with soaring temperatures and dry conditions increasing wildfire risks in France and Spain.
France and Spain face escalating wildfire threats as a new heat wave is expected to intensify existing blazes and spark new ones.
France's poultry sector has suffered significant losses as extreme heat waves in June proved fatal for many chickens.
Western Europe sees heat ease while Central Europe faces dangerous, prolonged sweltering conditions.
Extreme heat warnings are in effect across Germany and Poland as a record-breaking heat wave shifts eastward into Central and Eastern Europe.
Spain's health ministry estimates up to 200 deaths from the ongoing heat wave, with temperatures set to remain sharply above normal across Europe.
Jammu sizzles under intense heat wave as temperatures climb, prompting school closures and tourist influx to cooler hill stations.