Event Brief
Madrid hit by first official 2026 heatwave
Filed: Jun 21, 2026 at 10:06 AM ET
Summary: Temperatures up to 40°C struck Madrid as Spain’s first official heatwave of 2026 began.
WHO: Spanish authorities
WHAT: Authorities warned of sun over-exposure and increased wildfire risk as Madrid experienced up to 40°C.
WHEN: Jun 21, 2026 at 9:50 AM ET
WHERE: Madrid, Spain
WHY: Temperatures reached up to 40°C, prompting warnings about over-exposure to the sun and wildfire risk.
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