Omega block
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worldDeadly Western European Heatwave Moves East into Germany and Poland
A record-breaking heatwave linked to dozens of deaths in France is forecast to bring near 40°C temperatures to Germany and Poland, testing infrastructure and forcing event cancellations.
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worldEurope’s Heat Dome: The Omega Block Behind the Scorching Heatwave
A persistent high-pressure system is trapping extreme heat across Europe, with France and Italy issuing red alerts. Learn how the Omega block forms and why climate change makes it worse.