Germany: Extreme temperatures impact daily life in Cologne (2).

SHOTLIST: COLOGNE, GERMANY (JUNE 27, 2026) 1. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE COOLING OFF IN DECORATIVE FOUNTAIN 2. PEOPLE ERECTING TENTED PAVILION 3. ONE GIRL USING HAND FAN WHILE ANOTHER USES ELECTRIC FAN 4. PEOPLE WALKING IN SUN, SOME HOLDING UMBRELLAS (TWO SHOTS) 5. PEOPLE DRINKING WATER 6. WOMAN REFILLING BOTTLE WITH WATER FROM PUBLIC TAP 7. MAN POURING WATER ON HIS FACE 8. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE REFILLING BOTTLE WITH WATER FROM PUBLIC TAP 9. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE DRINKING WATER 10. VARIOSU OF DIGITAL SIGN SHOWING TEMPERATURE AS 42 DEGREES CELSIUS 11. WOMAN USING HAND FAN IN SHADE 12. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE TRAVELLING ON VESSEL ON PONDCOLOGNE, GERMANY — JUNE 27, 2026: Germany experienced one of its hottest days in recent years on Saturday, June 27, as a Europe-wide heatwave intensified, prompting authorities in Cologne to activate misting systems and expand cooling and drinking water stations. The extreme temperatures are expected to persist in the coming days, with meteorologists warning that some regions could see temperatures rise higher, potentially surpassing 42 °C during the weekend, according to broadcaster ZDF. The DWD issued warnings of severe to extreme heat stress across large parts of the country, particularly affecting the elderly and those with underlying health conditions. The unprecedented heat has already disrupted life across Germany, forcing the cancellation of festivals and outdoor events as authorities urged residents to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and remain hydrated.