Wildfires burn in Turkey as scorching temperatures grip Europe
Summary
A heatwave is affecting many parts of Europe, causing forest fires and disruptions in daily activities. Countries like Turkey, Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy are experiencing extremely high temperatures, leading to evacuations and warnings from authorities.Key Facts
- Forest fires destroyed some holiday homes in Turkey due to high winds and hot weather.
- A heat dome is affecting countries from France to Turkey, with temperatures expected to rise before cooling later this week.
- Portugal recorded a suspected record-high June temperature of 46.6°C (115.9°F) in Mora.
- Spain is experiencing its first heatwave of the year, with temperatures reaching 46°C (114°F) in Huelva.
- France is taking extra measures to care for vulnerable people as temperatures rise and forest fires have burned 400 hectares in the Aude region.
- Turkey evacuated four villages and temporarily closed Izmir’s airport due to forest fires.
- Italy has issued "red" alerts for 21 cities due to high temperatures and imposed restrictions on outdoor work during the hottest hours.
- The UK is experiencing high temperatures, affecting events such as the Wimbledon Championships.
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