'We're heading for catastrophe': The summer climate change hit Europe
For generations, summer in Europe has been languid and dreamy, bringing fine weather and lengthy days on sunny beaches and terraces. But in 2026, the brutal reality of climate change forced its way into daily life.
Where: Madrid, Spain, Italy, France, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Denmark
Exact coordinates
madrid: 40.420, -3.700
spain: 40.460, -3.750
italy: 41.870, 12.570
france: 46.230, 2.210
switzerland: 46.820, 8.230
austria: 47.520, 14.550
belgium: 50.850, 4.350
germany: 51.170, 10.450
denmark: 56.260, 9.500
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