Italy issues heat warnings across 27 cities during fourth summer heatwave
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Posted Sep 14, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-09-14-0630
Italy's Ministry of Health has issued weather warnings across 27 cities as a fourth heatwave brings temperatures of around 37°C to Rome.
Italy is experiencing its fourth heatwave of the season, prompting the Italian Ministry of Health to issue weather alerts for residents and tourists across 27 major cities.
Temperatures in the capital, Rome, reached approximately 37 degrees Celsius on Thursday. Throughout the city, locals and visitors have been seeking refuge from the extreme weather by taking cover in shaded spaces and using public water fountains to stay cool. Health officials continue to urge people to avoid direct sunlight during the hottest hours of the day and keep hydrated as high temperatures persist.
Sources: Berlingske, DR
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