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A powerful heatwave has swept across much of Europe, causing scorching temperatures and health alerts in many countries.
Spain is among the worst-affected countries, with the city of El Granado recording a record high of 46°C on Saturday, the highest ever for the month of June, according to the national meteorological service.
In cities like Seville and surrounding areas, the thermometer has risen to 40°C, while the month of June has every chance of going down in history as the hottest ever in Spain.
Meanwhile, a red alert for extreme temperatures has been issued in some areas of Portugal, Italy and Croatia, while orange warnings have been activated in parts of France, Austria, Belgium, Hungary, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Switzerland.
In Barcelona, a woman died after finishing her shift as a street cleaner in the scorching heat on Saturday. Authorities have launched an investigation into the case.
Italy has reported a significant increase in heatstroke cases, especially among the elderly, chronically ill and homeless people. Hospitals such as the Ospedale dei Colli in Naples have set up special treatment lines to deal with emergency cases.
In Bologna, seven climate centers with air conditioning and drinking water have opened, while in Rome, seniors over 70 are offered free access to public swimming pools.
In Lisbon, pharmacists are reporting cases of burns and heatstroke, despite warnings to stay in the shade during the hottest hours.
Heatwaves have also gripped the Western Balkans. Serbia recorded its highest temperature since records began in the 19th century. Slovenia recorded its highest June temperature on record on Saturday, while North Macedonia faced 42°C on Friday.
Forecasts show temperatures will continue to rise in the coming days, especially in France, Germany, Italy and the UK. In London, temperatures could reach 35°C on Monday, while yellow and orange heat warnings have been issued for the weekend.
Experts point out that although it is difficult to link every extreme event directly to climate change, heat waves have become more frequent and intense due to climate change.
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