Italian cities face extreme weather warnings as fourth heatwave hits

Italian health authorities have issued severe weather alerts across 27 major urban centers as the country experiences its fourth major heatwave of the year. In Rome, temperatures reached approximately 37 degrees Celsius, prompting visitors and local residents to gather around public water points and seek shade in urban parks to escape the intense conditions.

The Italian Ministry of Health urged the public to take precautions, recommending increased water intake and avoiding direct exposure to sunlight during peak hours to prevent heat-related medical emergencies. High temperatures continue to impact Southern Europe, illustrating persistent climate challenges across the region this summer.

Sources: Berlingske, DR