A heatwave has hit Europe as well as the UK as temperatures hit 46°C in Spain | ITV News

High heat has hit southern Europe with thermometers pushing past 40 degrees celcius.

Health alerts are in force for parts of the continent – and there are warnings about the risk of wildfires.

Climate experts say the temperatures are well above average for this time of year.

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