People throughout Europe have been grappling with the first heatwaves of the Northern Hemisphere summer as increasing temperatures push thermometers into the red.

Scientists have long warned that climate change comes with disastrous consequences for the environment, with  Europe’s ever-hotter summer heatwaves being a direct result.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says Spain and Portugal had 'record-breaking' hot days yesterday - and people are concerned.

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People throughout Europe have been grappling with the first heatwaves of the Northern Hemisphere summer as increasing temperatures push thermometers into the red.
Scientists have long warned that climate change comes with disastrous consequences for the environment, with &nbsp;Europe’s ever-hotter summer heatwaves being a direct result.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says Spain and Portugal had 'record-breaking' hot days yesterday - and people are concerned.
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the heatwaves impacting Europe

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