Amid record heat, Barcelona logged its highest temperature in 112 years, reaching 40.7C on Tuesday.

The scorching heat forced brief shutdowns at French nuclear reactors.

Spain’s largest wildfire near Madrid continued to burn, covering nearly 20,000 hectares.

In France, wildfires also raged out of control.

Hail battered the Balkans, striking homes.

Meanwhile, Scotland and Canada faced distinct wildfires under Europe’s turbulent weather patterns, raising concerns.

Authorities alerted of escalating conditions as high temperatures persisted across the continent, intensifying worries.