Europe faces May heatwave with temperatures potentially hitting 39°C

A heatwave is sweeping through Western Europe, with the UK and France breaking historical records for May. Temperatures could reach 39 degrees in the coming days. Many people are heading to beaches to cool off, leading to several drowning accidents. European citizens, who have traditionally avoided air conditioning, are now admitting they are considering installing it. Kew Gardens in London recorded 35.1 degrees. France has also broken records for two consecutive days, and at the French Open, players have described the conditions as making them feel like "zombies." Italy has implemented labor regulations, and Vienna has installed special misting devices to help pedestrians. According to NOAA, Europe is the fastest-warming continent since 1990.