Photos| The unusual heat wave continues for another day in Europe, with seven deaths in France

Countries in Western Europe Tuesday for another day of An unusual heat wave in this period of the year, while the French authorities announced the recording of seven deaths linked to this climate phenomenon, which is reflected in the daily life of the population at a time when the continent is witnessing an acceleration in the pace of warming.

The French government spokeswoman, Maud Brojeon, announced on Tuesday that the recording "Seven deaths" Among them "At least five drownings"linked to Heat wave during the last days in France.

She said on a channel "TF1": "What I can say today is that there are seven deaths directly or indirectly linked to the heat"adding that "All of this needs to be clarified as the current heat wave ends"

Temperatures have been rising for days in a number of European countries, and since Monday they have been recording records exceeding 30 degrees Celsius in the United Kingdom and France.

Restrictions were imposed on outdoor work in Italy, while French beaches witnessed large numbers of visitors despite the absence of marine rescuers, and the harvest season began early for farmers.

According to the French Meteorological Service, Monday witnessed the highest temperature recorded in the history of the month of May. In France.

This phenomenon is attributed to the flow of hot air from North Africa, which is trapped under the influence of a strong air pressure. Scientists agree that climate change resulting from human activities is exacerbating the severity of extreme weather phenomena such as heat waves, droughts, and floods.