Severe heatwave triggers record temperatures and emergency alerts across Europe
Severe heatwaves have prompted record-breaking temperatures in Austria and red weather alerts across Italy, as France and the UK prepare for near 40-degree heat.
Europe is facing intense heatwaves as several countries report unprecedented temperatures and emergency health measures. In Austria, meteorological service GeoSphere registered a preliminary all-time national high of 40.8 degrees Celsius in Stammersdorf, north of Vienna, surpassing the previous benchmark set in 2013.
In Italy, health authorities placed all 27 major urban centres under top-tier red alerts as the country navigates its fourth heatwave of the season. Officials advised residents to avoid sun exposure between 11:00 and 18:00 following at least four heat-related deaths. Meanwhile, forecasters in France and the United Kingdom warned of approaching temperatures near 40 degrees Celsius, compounding ongoing drought conditions and elevated wildfire risks across the continent.
Sources: Aftenposten, Berlingske, DR, TV 2 Nyheter, VG (Verdens Gang)
Sources
- Aftenposten — Rekordhøy temperatur målt i Østerrike: 40,8 grader i dag
- Berlingske — Østrig måler højeste temperatur nogensinde
- TV 2 Nyheter — Italia koker: Rødt farevarsel i 27 byer
- DR — Italiens sundhedsministerium advarer om ekstrem varme
- VG (Verdens Gang) — Ny hetebølge rammer Europa: Opp mot 40 grader
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