Acropolis closes as Greece sizzles under another severe heatwave
Summary
Greece has closed the Acropolis and stopped outdoor work amid a severe heatwave, with temperatures hitting over 40°C (104°F) and fire alerts issued. The heatwave has impacted other Balkan countries, causing fires, storms, and power outages.Key Facts
- Greece closed the Acropolis to keep workers and visitors safe from high temperatures.
- Temperatures have risen above 40°C (104°F) in parts of Greece.
- Outdoor work is paused from noon to 5pm in many regions of Greece to protect workers.
- Greece is experiencing its second major heatwave since late June.
- The heatwave has led to fire warnings and authorities are concerned about fire risks.
- Greece's fire service has been managing up to 50 fires daily.
- Neighboring Balkan countries like Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, and Slovakia are also facing extreme weather and related problems.
- In Serbia, there were 620 wildfires reported, and other countries experienced storms, leading to power outages and transportation disruptions.
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