Temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius sweep southern Europe | AFP

As a heatwave grips Europe, temperatures in Seville reach 42 °C, prompting locals and visitors alike to seek ways to stay cool. In Rome, temperatures have reached highs of 38 °C. The island of Sicily in the south has banned outdoor working during the hottest part of the day, and Italy's trade unions are calling for the policy to be extended.