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The hottest average temperature in Western Europe for June and July was 21.62°C!
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One hundred and seventy-eight New Zealanders were honored for their service!
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  • glow A soft light that shines. The firefall glows bright orange at sunset.
  • environmental Related to the natural world and how we protect it. Environmental concerns led to stopping the artificial firefall.
  • reservations An arrangement made in advance to secure a spot. Visitors will not need reservations this year.
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