Heat waves in southern Europe: authorities warn of the risk of forest fire
Heat waves in southern Europe: authorities warn of the risk of forest fire
in southern Europe, especially in countries such as Italy, Spain and Greece, persistent heat waves have increased the temperatures to over 40 degrees Celsius. The local authorities warn of the increased risk of forest fires due to these extreme weather conditions.
Connection between heat waves and climate change
experts refer to the increasing frequency and intensity of these heat waves and blame climate change. They warn that such extreme weather events in the southern region of Europe are becoming more and more common.
Current Situation in Portugal
Portugal is particularly affected, where two thirds of the country were released on Sunday due to extreme heat and risk of forest fire. In Lisbon, temperatures of over 42 degrees Celsius are expected.measures in Italy
In Italy, some regions such as Lazio, Tuscany, Calabria, Puglia and Umbria decided to limit certain external work during the hottest hours of the day to react to the record -insulated heat. The Italian unions are asking the government to expand such measures at the national level.
health warnings in German holiday destinations
The Italian Ministry of Health has classified 21 out of 27 monitored cities, including popular holiday destinations such as Rome, Milan and Naples, into the highest heat warning level. Tourists in Rome were looking for shadows near well-known sights such as the Colosseum and the Trevi fountain to escape the heat.
extreme weather conditions in Greece
Greece is again in the highest risk of forest fire. The first summer heat event is expected to continue until the weekend. On Thursday, a big fire broke out south of Athens, which resulted in evacuations and roadblocks near the ancient Poseidon temple. Winds continued to work and damaged houses.
The situation in Spain
In Spain, locals and tourists desperately tried to cool off this weekend, while the temperatures in the southern city of Sevilla reached 42 degrees Celsius. The Southern European regions of Spain have temperatures over the seasonal average, which led to health warnings and security recommendations for the authorities. The National Weather Service Aemet has announced that June is expected to set up a new temperature record.
health effects of extreme heat
experts warn that extreme heat affects daily life, especially for endangered population groups such as older people and children. The local authorities advise you to avoid physical activities during the hottest times of day and to take sufficient fluids.
risks due to climate -related heat note
A study by Lancet Public Health published last year emphasizes the increasing risk of heat -related deaths due to climate change. The study predicts that heat -related deaths could be more than quadrupled by the middle of this century due to current climate policy. While more people die of cold than in heat, the study emphasizes that rising temperatures will compensate for the advantages of milder winter, which will lead to a significant increase in the heat -related mortality.
Kommentare (0)