Pakistan, June 26 -- European health authorities remain on high alert as a deadly heatwave continues sweeping across the continent. At least 55 heat-related deaths have been reported in France amid record-breaking temperatures. Millions of people across Europe face severe health risks and widespread disruption.

Authorities in France, Germany, Britain, Italy, the Netherlands, Austria, and Serbia have introduced emergency measures. France imposed public alcohol restrictions, while Germany reported roads buckling under extreme temperatures. Britain and the Netherlands also issued rare highest-level heat alerts as conditions worsened.

Paris recorded 40.9 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, while Italy is expected to experience temperatures above ...