How people in Britain are dealing with record-breaking heat wave

Swathes of the planet have been hit by extreme and deadly heat waves in recent months, from Western Europe to Asia. Cities across Europe is no exception and is sweating through one of its hottest summers on record. Several cities were on red alert for heatwaves and government. advised millions of people to safeguard themselves and stay indoors amid the record-breaking mercury levels. While the temperature continues to soar, here we take a look at some Brits reactions that narrates how they are dealing with this latest heat wave.

This photo of a man sleeping inside the refrigerator amid the heat wave was widely circulated on social media. Credit: Twitter/@flintbedrock

President of European Cyclists Federation (ECF) Henk Swarttouw posted the collage and said opting for a cycle will keep the streets cooler and greener. Credit: Twitter/@copenhenken

Local women of Cartaya, Spain have created a crocheted canopy for shade from the scorching sunlight in public spaces. Credit: Twitter/womensart1

'This is what can happen to dogs' pads when you take them out for a walk in this heat,' a Twitter user wrote along with this photo. Credit: Twiter/bigdanp_1991

It’s another hot day for dogs! Credit: Twitter/@GardenerFliss

A notice issued by the UK Police for the commuters to safeguard themselves from the heat wave. Credit: Twitter/Fibutton

A police having to water Queen's Guard outside Buckingham Palace because of the hot weather. Credit: Reuters Photo

The good samaritan message. Credit: Twitter/@richtmusic

More than 59°C was measured on the soil surface in Spain 🇪🇸 and 48°C in the south of France. Credit: Twitter/Melanie_Vogel_

The five second rule to remember. Credit: Twitter/GraemeDogfather