Tourexpi
Europe
is currently enduring an extreme heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 40
degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in numerous locations.
In
Italy, the health ministry has issued a Category 3 red alert for 13 major
cities, including Rome, Bologna, Florence, Palermo, and Trieste for today.
As
a result, provincial authorities in many regions have implemented urgent
measures, such as prohibiting outdoor work from 12:30 p.m. local time to 16:00
local time (1030 to 1400GMT) for agricultural and construction workers.
Citizens are also advised to avoid direct sun exposure and increase fluid
intake.
In
Greece, the National Meteorological Service (EMY) has reported that extreme hot
air masses covering much of Eastern Europe and the Balkans will continue to
impact the entire country, with temperatures expected to peak today and
tomorrow.
Temperatures
are forecasted to reach up to 43C (109.4F) in the northern parts of Greece, and
between 41-42C (105.8-107.6F) in central and western Greece.
As
part of measures against the scorching temperatures, Greece's renowned ancient
Acropolis site will be closed from noon to late afternoon to safeguard both
workers and tourists.
In
Bulgaria, the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) forecasts
temperatures between 38 and 43C (100.4-109.4F) across most of the country,
excluding the Black Sea provinces.
Similarly,
Romania's National Weather Administration (ANM) has issued a red alert for
extreme heat affecting most of the country on Wednesday, with temperatures
ranging from 37 to 42C (98.6-107.6F).
The
African anticyclone intensifying over the Mediterranean latitudes is also
impacting Albania, where temperatures are expected to peak at 43C (109.4F) in
lower-lying areas.
In
North Macedonia, temperatures are projected to reach 42C (107.6F), according to
the country's state-run MIA news agency.
Additionally,
the Spanish National Meteorological Institute (AEMET) has warned of a heatwave,
stating, "The most adverse days will be Thursday and Friday, except on the
Mediterranean coast, where conditions will peak on Saturday."
"The
temperatures may locally exceed 44ºC (111.2F). Nights will be unusually warm.
Hazy conditions accompany the heat," the statement added.
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