Deadly heatwave grips Italy and Balkans as wildfire fears grow
Summary
A severe heatwave is affecting Italy and the Balkans, causing many deaths, wildfires, and disruptions. Temperatures are much higher than usual, and the heat is expected to continue, impacting several European countries.Key Facts
- Italy has 22 cities under red heat warnings, from north to south.
- Croatia issued red alerts for multiple regions, including Zagreb, Split, and Dubrovnik.
- Wildfires are active, especially near Split in Croatia and in southern Albania.
- Temperatures in parts of the Balkans are above 35°C (95°F).
- The heatwave began on June 20 and has caused over 1,300 extra deaths in Europe, with 1,000 reported in France.
- Scientists link the extreme heat to human-caused climate change, which makes these events much more likely.
- The World Health Organization says Europe is warming twice as fast as the global average.
- The heatwave has stressed hospitals, damaged infrastructure, and disrupted power supply.
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