A lingering heat wave has roasted much of Europe, leading authorities to raise warnings and tourists to find ways to beat the heat.

Such events are becoming increasingly common across Europe as global warming boosts temperatures.

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A lingering heat wave has roasted much of Europe, leading authorities to raise warnings and tourists to find ways to beat the heat.{ai:summary}<p>A persistent heat wave is affecting much of Europe, prompting authorities to issue warnings and tourists to seek relief from the high temperatures. </p><p>These extreme weather events are becoming more frequent as global warming continues to elevate temperatures across the continent. #society</p>

Photos show how extreme heat is affecting parts of Europe

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