A deadly heatwave is sweeping southern Europe. It brings dangerous temperatures, sweeping fires, and orders to evacuate both residents and tourist during one of most popular vacation months.
According to the United Nations, the UN has issued red alerts for heat and fire risks in parts of Italy and France, Spain and Portugal, as well as the Balkans. BBC.
Several large fires continue to burn across southern Europe. Officials in Spain, Portugal and Greece are all still battling multiple blazes. The authorities in Turkey have largely brought under control wildfires that were raging across Albania, Croatia, and Turkey as of Tuesday August 12. Associated Press reports.
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Spain and Portugal
Temperatures in Southern Spain You can also find out more about the following: Portugal According to AEMET the temperature has reached 111 degrees Fahrenheit. Spain’s meteorological agency.
The Extreme Risk Heat Level warning was issued for towns including Cadiz Cordoba and Seville on August 12. This is the hottest day in Spain so far.
On Tuesday, hundreds and thousands of firefighters and troops battled wildfires throughout Spain, including in Castile and LeonAccording to the Associated Press, beaches were closed and thousands of residents and visitors were evacuated from their homes and hotels. In these areas, the beaches were closed and thousands were evacuated. Some evacuees returned to their hotels and homes later Tuesday after some fires had been brought under control.
Portugal fought three major wildfires Tuesday. Authorities brought the largest fire in the middle of the nation under control within the day.
The countryside is still ablaze with new fires. Air travel in Spain and Portugal appeared to be running normally, with no major flights disrupted or airports being closed. FlightAware.
Storms are expected to bring a respite on Wednesday, 13th August. According to the National Weather Service, however, the heatwave is expected to return on Thursday, and last through Monday, 18th August. AEMET.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez urged Residents and visitors should exercise caution and adhere to local authorities’ recommendations.
Greece
Seven major fires were burning in the United States. Greek islands The AP reported on the 12th of August. The AP reports that severe blazes have engulfed areas in the vicinity of Patras as well as on the islands Zakynthos & Kefalonia.
The civil protection agency of Greece reported that active fires still continued to develop on the island Chios as well as the western side Greek peninsula near Preveza & Ilias. Officials continue to urge residents and tourists to evacuate certain areas. The main airports of the country appeared to operate normally, despite the fires.
