Italy faces fourth heatwave of the season with alerts in 27 cities

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Posted Aug 30, 2026, 05:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-08-30-0530
Italy faces fourth heatwave of the season with alerts in 27 cities
Photo: DR

Italy's health ministry issues warnings for 27 cities as the country faces its fourth major heatwave, with Rome reaching 37 degrees Celsius.

Italy is experiencing its fourth major heatwave of the summer, prompting the nation's health ministry to issue high-level weather warnings across 27 major cities. Authorities have cautioned residents and tourists alike about dangerous conditions as temperatures soar throughout the country.

In Rome, temperatures reached approximately 37 degrees Celsius. Visitors and locals gathered at public water fountains and sought shade in urban parks to cope with the extreme conditions. Health officials continue to advise the public to avoid direct sunlight during peak afternoon hours and maintain proper hydration as elevated temperatures persist across Southern Europe.

Sources: Berlingske, DR

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