Poland is sweating through record-setting temps as a blistering front sweeps across Europe. Meteorologists agree it topped 40 °C in several areas, shattering a long-standing 1926 record. An emergency alert urged folks to keep cool, while health experts advised shortened sun sessions whenever possible.
Meanwhile, all eyes are on Poland’s major milestone, with officials organizing special events in major hubs. The scorching heat throws a wrench in prep plans, yet organizers insist the festivities will proceed as planned at full throttle.