Extreme Heat Continues in Europe with Temperatures Expected to Reach 48 Degrees

Warnings have been issued to Britons traveling to Italy, Spain, or Greece that extreme heat is expected in these countries. This was reported by Sky News.

According to meteorologists, temperatures in Southern Europe are predicted to reach new record highs this week. Recent forecasts indicate that temperatures could soar to +44 degrees in the coming days.

The World Meteorological Organization has predicted that these heat waves will persist into August.

What is the situation in Europe?

In Greece, temperatures are expected to continue rising this week. In Athens, the temperature could reach up to 43 degrees over the weekend.

Evacuation orders have been issued for at least six coastal towns. The Greek meteorological service has warned that there is a high risk of fire this week.

In Spain, temperatures will remain on the rise. In the Guadalquivir valley near Seville, temperatures are expected to reach 44 degrees.

It has been noted that forest fires on the Spanish island of La Palma in the Canary Islands remain uncontrollable, forcing more than 4,000 residents to evacuate. Over 300 firefighters, nine water-dropping helicopters, and two airplanes are working to extinguish the flames.

Italy is also preparing for new record temperatures, with forecasts predicting 48 degrees.