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SCI & TECH● ELEVATEDJun 25 · Jun 25, 2026, 12:10 PM

Why is Europe the fastest-warming continent?

France 24 [en]

Extreme heat has been smashing temperature records across Europe: in Spain, the United Kingdom and in France. A persistent high pressure system known as a heat dome has settled above the continent for the second time in a month, trapping hot air in like a lid on a pot. Scientists say extreme heat is being driven by climate change, but what makes Europe so vulnerable? Eliza Herbert and France 2 take a look at why it is the fastest-warming continent.

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