Southern Europe swelters as heatwave spreads
Summary
Southern Europe is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures expected to go over 40°C this weekend. Countries like Italy, Greece, France, Spain, and Portugal are issuing health and fire warnings due to the intense heat, largely caused by hot air moving from North Africa.Key Facts
- Temperatures in southern Europe are expected to exceed 40°C, with Seville in Spain forecasted to reach 42°C.
- Hot air from North Africa is spreading heat across the Balkans to places like Croatia.
- Emergency services in Spain are ready to assist people affected by heatstroke, especially vulnerable groups like children and the elderly.
- Italy advises people in cities such as Rome, Milan, and Venice to stay indoors during peak heat hours.
- France has issued orange heat alerts for its southern regions, and public pools in Marseille are open for free.
- Wildfires are affecting parts of Europe, including Greece, where flames have destroyed homes near Athens.
- Scientists say heatwaves with at least three days over 28°C are now 10 times more likely than before industrial times, partly due to climate change.
- The heatwave is expected to last until Tuesday evening, with England also facing high temperatures up to 32°C.
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