A heatwave gripping Germany caused significant disruption to travel this weekend, with temperatures reaching record highs. Over 630 passengers were left stranded for hours on a train traveling towards Prague as extreme heat impacted railway infrastructure. Temperatures inside the train reportedly reached 40 degrees Celsius. Germany has experienced two consecutive days of record-breaking heat, peaking at 41.5 degrees Celsius on Saturday, surpassing the 41.3 degrees Celsius recorded on Friday. The extreme temperatures are unprecedented in German meteorological history. Authorities are addressing the situation and investigating the cause of the delays, focusing on the impact of the heat on the railway system.
