During an unprecedented heat spell, Barcelona logged its highest temperature in 112 years, reaching 40.7C on Tuesday.
The extreme heat forced brief shutdowns at French nuclear reactors.
Spain’s most extensive wildfire near Madrid continued to rage, covering nearly 20,000 hectares.
In France, wildfires also escalated out of control.
Hail battered the Balkans, striking homes.
Meanwhile, Scotland and Canada faced distinct wildfires under Europe’s volatile weather patterns, raising concerns.
Authorities cautioned of worsening conditions as high temperatures persisted across the continent, heightening worries.