Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:50pm on 16 Jul 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Southern Europe is enduring extreme heat as temperatures soar above 40°C due to a heatwave from Africa. Italy issued the highest heat warning for 12 cities, while wildfires spread across southern Italy and North Macedonia. Greece opened air-conditioned spaces and banned outdoor work during peak heat hours. Spain predicts temperatures up to 44°C in the Guadalquivir river basin. In Albania, a 72-year-old man died, likely due to heat. Istanbul warned residents to stay hydrated and avoid going out. North Macedonia declared a state of crisis, battling around 200 wildfires. Authorities urge people to stay indoors and avoid strenuous activities.
