Europe swelters in gruelling heatwave, authorities ramp up warnings
Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator 
A severe heatwave is sweeping across much of Europe, prompting emergency meetings in France, nationwide warnings in Germany and strains on tourists and residents in Italy. Temperatures climbed to record levels, and are set to hit 40°C (105.0 °F). Details by Shirli Sitbon.
