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Europe sizzles under heat wave as records are smashed in Switzerland, Denmark, Germany
By CBS Miami at CBS4 Miami
· June 27, 2026
· 3 min read
Temperatures hit record highs from Switzerland to the Czech Republic and Denmark on Saturday, as a heat wave that baked western European countries this week moves to central and eastern parts of the continent. Germany hit a record 106 degrees Fahrenheit on Saturday, provisional data from the nationa
Key takeaway The Danish Meteorological Institute reported a new record of 98.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami 's own experiences with heat and infrastructure stress make the European heat wave's impact on transportation and public health particularly relatable. As Miami-Dade County faces its own challenges with sea-level rise and flooding, the damage to Germany's Autobahn due to high temperatures serves as a reminder that extreme weather can have far-reaching consequences for local infrastructure. The fact that air conditioning is not widespread in many European countries also highlights the importance of adapting to changing climate conditions, a concern that Miami is all too familiar with. As the city continues to grow and urbanize, it must prioritize investments in resilient infrastructure and public health measures to mitigate the effects of extreme heat and other climate-related stressors. The evacuation of a nursing home in Germany due to dangerous heat conditions also underscores the need for Miami's own public health systems to be prepared for similar scenarios.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? Temperatures hit record highs from Switzerland to the Czech Republic and Denmark on Saturday, as a heat wave that baked western European countries this week moves to central and eastern parts of the continent. Germany hit a record 106 degrees Fahrenheit on Saturday, provisional data from the nationa
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