UK swelters on hottest June day as France topples record heat

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The UK experienced its hottest June day on record as France surpassed previous heat records, with a 'heat dome' causing dozens of deaths and closing cultural landmarks. Meteorologists warn that extreme temperatures may persist through the week.

The “heat dome” has claimed dozens of lives and shut cultural landmarks, as forecasters warn the extreme temperatures could persist until the end of the week.