As a heat wave scorches most of Europe, the Eiffel Tower announced it will be closing early on Tuesday with France expected to hit triple-digit temperatures. With temperatures in Paris expected to reach 38.

Severe heat waves in Europe closed the top of the Eiffel Tower to visitors as it swept across France and the rest of Europe.

Health warnings remained in effect in several European countries. The worst was felt in southern Europe while punishing temperatures were forecast to reach 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).