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Europe endures another day of record-breaking heat, as countries warn it’s already killed hundreds
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 25, 2026
· 3 min read
By Laura Paddison, CNN
(CNN) — Europe’s heat endurance continues as multiple countries are braced for triple digit temperatures Thursday. The United Kingdom has already broken its June temperature record for the second straight day, and other countries could see national records fall.
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Key takeaway 7 Celsius) Thursday, breaking a national June temperature record only set yesterday, according to the UK Met Office.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While El Pasoans are no strangers to scorching temperatures, the record-breaking heat wave in Europe serves as a stark reminder of the extreme weather events that can occur when heat domes form. As a city that frequently experiences triple-digit temperatures, El Paso 's residents and emergency services are well-versed in heat-related precautions and response. However, the sheer scale of the European heat wave, with hundreds of deaths reported in just a few days, puts into perspective the importance of El Paso's own heat mitigation strategies, such as the city's heat emergency plans and public cooling centers. As the city continues to grow and develop, it will be crucial to ensure that these measures are adequate to protect vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and homeless, from the dangers of extreme heat.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 3 min
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(CNN) — Europe’s heat endurance continues as multiple countries are braced for triple digit temperatures Thursday. The United Kingdom has already broken its June temperature record for the second straight day, and other countries could see national records fall.
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