Though the summer has only just begun, parts of southern Europe are already experiencing scorching temperatures, with Greece recording its earliest ever heatwave last week.
Extreme heat can pose serious health risks, especially for babies, children, pregnant women and elderly people.
If you’ve been affected, tell us: what is it like where you live? How are you coping and what steps are you taking to deal with high temperatures? What is your home and working environment like?
How does it compare with previous summers? What are your plans for the coming months and what are your concerns?
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