Netherlands Issues FIRST-EVER Code Red for Heat 😳 | 40°C Reality in Europe

Netherlands is usually known for cold weather, rain, jackets and grey skies… but on 26 June 2026, the country issued a historic Code Red warning for extreme heat. In this vlog, I went for a short morning bike ride and showed the real ground-level situation in the Netherlands during extreme heat. In this video, I cover: ✅ What Code Red means in the Netherlands ✅ Why 35–40°C is difficult in Dutch houses ✅ India heat vs Netherlands heat — what feels different ✅ How Dutch people manage extreme heat ✅ Advice for Indians and Asians travelling to Europe ✅ Why you should not ignore weather warnings in the Netherlands Many people in India think the Netherlands is always cold, but this video shows a very different side of life in Europe. Chapters 00:00 Netherlands is not always cold 00:36 What this vlog is about 01:15 What does Code Red mean? 02:10 Why 35–40°C is difficult in Dutch houses 03:20 India heat vs Netherlands heat 04:35 How Dutch people manage extreme heat 05:45 Advice for Indians and Asians travelling to Europe 06:45 Real Netherlands lifestyle reflection 07:35 Question for viewers 07:50 Final thoughts Comment below: What is the highest temperature in your city in India, and how do you manage it? Subscribe for real Netherlands lifestyle, jobs, travel, culture and honest expat experiences. #Netherlands #Heatwave #CodeRed