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  1. Human emissions of heat-trapping gases are causing trapped hot air, leading to record temperatures and heat waves.

Britain and France simultaneously experienced record-breaking heat waves due to high-pressure systems and greenhouse gases.

5 reports, 5 independent Updated May 27
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Britain and France simultaneously experienced record-breaking heat waves due to high-pressure systems and greenhouse gases.

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  1. Hot air surged from France into the UK, prompting Met Office alerts and health warnings during the heatwave.Sub-event
  2. A high-pressure system trapped hot air in France starting May 27, 2026.Sub-event
  3. London and Jersey experienced record temperatures during a heatwave starting May 27, 2026.Sub-event
  4. Record heat waves hit Britain and France simultaneously, linked to greenhouse gases.1 source

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