In France, 40 people drowned while trying to escape the heatwave.
Citizens trying to escape the heat by swimming in uncontrolled water bodies have led to tragedy.
At least 40 people have drowned in France since June 18 due to the ongoing intense heatwave, according to Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, as reported by Al Arabiya news agency.
It is noted that many citizens have attempted to cool off from the scorching heat by swimming in uncontrolled rivers, canals, and other water bodies. As a result, dozens of drowning incidents have been recorded within a few days.
France's meteorological service has announced a high-level heat risk across much of the country, stating that air temperatures could rise up to 43 degrees Celsius in some areas. Daily life in the country is also being disrupted due to the heatwave.
Some train services between Paris and Brussels have been canceled, and companies have intensified measures to protect employees from the heat. Demand for electric fans has surged sharply in some regions, leading to shortages in stores.
In the city of Carpentras, southeastern France, two children found unconscious inside a car have died. The local prosecutor's office is assessing the incident as a tragedy linked to the extreme heat. The heatwave is also affecting other European countries.
In Italy, the highest level of heat warning has been declared for 15 cities. In the United Kingdom, air temperatures are expected to rise up to 37 degrees Celsius, while in some parts of Spain, temperatures of 44 degrees Celsius are forecast.
