The use of air conditioning is becoming a concern in parts of Europe as a searing heatwave continues to grip much of the continent. 

Italy, the UK, and Spain are among nations sweltering in extreme heat, with temperatures soaring past 40 degrees in some regions. 

Severe red heat alerts have been issued for most of France and parts of Italy as temperatures break historical records. 

EU correspondent Jo McKenna told Mike Hosking many people aren't used to using air conditioning for economic reasons. 

She says there have also seen some energy blackouts in the Milan, Naples, and Turin over the last few days, due to a spike in air conditioning use.  

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The use of air conditioning is becoming a concern in parts of Europe as a searing heatwave continues to grip much of the continent.&nbsp;
Italy, the UK, and Spain are among nations sweltering in extreme heat, with temperatures soaring past 40 degrees in some regions.&nbsp;
Severe red heat alerts have been issued for most of France and parts of Italy as temperatures break historical records.&nbsp;
EU correspondent Jo McKenna told Mike Hosking many people aren't used to using air conditioning for economic reasons.&nbsp;
She says there have also seen some energy blackouts in the Milan, Naples, and Turin over the last few days, due to a spike in air conditioning use. &nbsp;
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Jo McKenna: Europe Correspondent on the heatwave sweeping Europe, Meloni v Trump

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