A severe heatwave across Europe prompts widespread public-safety measures, including restrictions on drinking in France, alongside cancellations and warnings elsewhere. Multiple reports say France places large areas under red heat alerts and introduces limits on public alcohol consumption, particularly at street and music festival events such as Fête de la musique. Some outlets describe bans or curbs on selling or consuming alcohol in festival settings during the hottest periods.
Across the continent, other countries respond with health alerts and disruptions to planned activities. Reports mention Germany issuing warnings and adjustments connected to heat risk, while Spain and Germany cancel or postpone sports events in response to forecast temperatures. In the UK, authorities warn about oppressive nighttime conditions, described as “tropical nights.”
Several outlets also highlight the scale of the heat, with temperatures approaching or exceeding about 40°C in parts of Europe and forecasts extending the danger period. France also cancels some events as temperatures remain high, while officials continue monitoring conditions under the heat alert system.
