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European heatwave drags on

July 26, 2013

Europe is in the grips of a sweltering heatwave as temperatures have soared across the continent. From London to Berlin, meteorologists say the heat won’t be letting up anytime soon.

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The warm weather has scorched countries across Europe, especially the United Kingdom, which is enduring its longest heatwave in seven years.

In parts of Central Europe people are preparing for the mercury to hit 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) this weekend. Experts say the tropical heat could cause freak weather conditions, even tornadoes aren't out of the question.

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