Paris forecast to record its hottest ever day as heatwave sears Europe
(The Guardian Belgium)

Temperatures in the French capital could hit 42C by afternoon, say forecastersParis is forecast to record its hottest day ever while new all-time highs set on Wednesday in Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium could be beaten within hours as the second dangerous heatwave of summer 2019 sears western Europe.Météo-France said the mercury in the French capital could hit 42C (107.6F) by Thursday afternoon, which would break the previous high of 40.4C recorded in July 1947. Several French cities, including Bordeaux, set new all-time highs of more than 40C on Tuesday. Related: Climate crisis blamed as temperature records broken in three nations Continue reading...