Wednesday, July 02, 2025

Heat wave sweeps across Europe as the Eiffel Tower closes

Severe heat waves in Europe closed the top of the Eiffel Tower to visitors as it swept across France. "Due to the extreme temperatures expected in the afternoon and evening, the Eiffel Tower will be closed," said the statement on the attraction's website. It will be closed all day Tuesday and Thursday. The staff asked that visitors without pre-booked tickets postpone their visits until after Thursday.

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... The weather has also impacted other European landmarks, such as the Atomium in Brussels, Belgium has reduced its hours.

Europe is still sweltering under its intense heatwave, and both Portugal and Spain have recorded their hottest June ever.

Portugal is forecasted to hit 109 degrees Fahrenheit as authorities have issued a red heat warning for seven out of 18 districts.

In Mora, Portugal, a reading of 115 degrees Fahrenheit was registered. Officials are working to confirm whether that marked a new record. ...


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