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Dozens drown, schools close, heat records set to be annihilated: Europe has a major heat problem and it’s only getting worse
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
By Laura Paddison, CNN
(CNN) — Relentless, deadly heat is tightening its grip on Europe, with temperature records expected to not just fall but be obliterated this week. Scientists warn this extreme heat is a huge problem for Europe and a wake up call to a new reality.
Europe is the planet’s ...
Key takeaway Scientists warn this extreme heat is a huge problem for Europe and a wake up call to a new reality.
Why this matters in The El Paso
As El Pasoans watch the devastating heat waves unfold in Europe, they can't help but think of their own experiences with extreme temperatures. While El Paso 's heat is no stranger to residents, the city's infrastructure and emergency response systems have been tested and refined over the years to mitigate the effects of heat waves. In contrast, Europe's rapid warming and lack of preparedness serve as a cautionary tale for cities like El Paso, which must continue to adapt and innovate to protect its residents from the dangers of extreme heat. The closure of hundreds of schools in Europe due to heat waves also raises questions about the preparedness of El Paso's own schools to handle prolonged periods of high temperatures, and whether similar measures may be necessary in the future to ensure student safety.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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(CNN) — Relentless, deadly heat is tightening its grip on Europe, with temperature records expected to not just fall but be obliterated this week. Scientists warn this extreme heat is a huge problem for Europe and a wake up call to a new reality.
Europe is the planet’s ...
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