High temperatures in European countries will continue until the end of next week.
A heat warning has been issued for southern Europe. Temperatures are expected to exceed 40 degrees Celsius this weekend in the Mediterranean region, from the Iberian Peninsula to the Balkans. The heatwave is expected to continue until the end of next week.
This was reported by The Guardian and Deutsche Welle.
In Portugal, the national weather agency IPMA said a heatwave would begin today, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in the south and centre of the country and in the Douro valleys in the north.
In neighboring Spain , rising temperatures have prompted authorities to take preventative measures. Yes, emergency medical personnel are prepared for an expected surge in heat stroke cases. Especially among vulnerable groups – children, the elderly and those with chronic illnesses.
In 21 cities in Italy , including Rome, Milan and Venice, a red alert level has been declared due to heat. The country advises not to leave home from 11:00 to 18:00.
French meteorological services have raised the alert level due to hot weather in 21 departments of the country. In many areas in the southeast of the country, temperatures are expected to reach +38 degrees.
In Greece , according to weather forecasters, the transfer of warm air masses over the country will lead to an increase in temperatures to 40-45 degrees Celsius. A forest fire broke out in the south of Athens, evacuation has begun. Coast guard ships and firefighting helicopters are working in the disaster area.
On the Adriatic coast, authorities in Croatia, Bosnia and Serbia have issued similar warnings, while wildfires are raging in Albania .
Let's recall that scientists are advising humanity to prepare for a climate “roller coaster”. A new study warns that in just a few years, the world could face more severe weather shocks, when extreme droughts suddenly give way to devastating floods. These weather shocks will become more frequent and intense due to global warming.
