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Europe sizzles under heat wave as records are smashed in Switzerland, Denmark, Germany

A severe heat wave has moved east, breaking temperature records in Switzerland, Denmark, and the Czech Republic. Germany reported a high of 106 degrees on Saturday, causing damage to the Autobahn. Infrastructure and healthcare systems in Germany and France are under significant strain.

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The heat wave has shifted from western Europe to central and eastern regions, triggering new record highs.

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  1. Heat Wave Smashes Records Across Central and Eastern Europe

    A severe heat wave has moved east, breaking temperature records in Switzerland, Denmark, and the Czech Republic. Germany reported a high of 106 degrees on Saturday, causing damage to the Autobahn. Infrastructure and healthcare systems in Germany and France are under significant strain.

    What's confirmed:

    • Record temperatures were reached in Switzerland, Denmark, and the Czech Republic.
    • Germany hit a high of 106 degrees on Saturday.
    • The Czech Republic recorded its hottest day ever.
    • Denmark experienced its hottest day since 1874, reaching 37 degrees Celsius (98.6 Fahrenheit).
    • Extreme heat caused damage to the Autobahn in Germany.
    • Italy remains under a red heat alert.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The UK recorded its hottest June day ever.
    • France's hospitals are strained.
    • Advisories were issued against non-essential train travel in Germany.
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