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Italy faces fourth summer heatwave with severe warnings in 27 cities

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Posted Sep 14, 2026, 12:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-09-14-0030
Italy faces fourth summer heatwave with severe warnings in 27 cities
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Italy's Ministry of Health has issued heat warnings for 27 major cities as temperatures in Rome hit 37 degrees Celsius during the summer's fourth heatwave.

Italy is facing its fourth major heatwave of the summer, as temperatures in the capital, Rome, reach around 37 degrees Celsius. In response to the extreme conditions, the Italian Ministry of Health issued weather warnings for 27 major cities across the country, advising both residents and visitors to take precautions. People throughout the capital have been seeking shelter in shaded areas and utilizing public fountains to cool down. Health officials continue to emphasize the importance of staying hydrated and avoiding direct exposure to sunlight during the hottest hours of the day, as high temperatures persist across parts of Southern Europe.

Sources: Berlingske, DR

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