Europe is melting under the brutal heatwave that has already cast a shadow over southern countries. Portugal, Spain, Italy, and France are battling temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius, while wildfires spread and threaten to engulf vast areas. Portugal has issued an orange alert for two-thirds of the country, with temperatures reaching 42 degrees, and the capital Lisbon faces a high fire risk. Spain is experiencing its first summer heatwaves with record sea and land temperatures, with some areas hitting 42 degrees. Italy has issued a red alert for 21 cities, including Rome, Milan, and Venice, advising people to avoid going out between 11 am and 6 pm. France is grappling with a heat dome — a massive high-pressure system blocking air circulation and trapping dangerously high temperatures, with thermometers showing up to 38 degrees in some regions. Authorities are in panic mode: Marseille has opened city pools for free, schools are distributing fans, and respirators are being delivered to elderly people living alone. Unions in Italy are fighting to ban outdoor work during the hottest hours, while emergency services report a surge in heatstroke calls. This hellish heatwave will last at least until Tuesday, and meteorologists warn this is just the start of the summer inferno. Think this is over the top? Wait until you see how things unfold — and don’t forget to check if you’ve had enough water today! Got a cool trick to survive the heat? Drop it in the comments — maybe your tip will save someone from collapsing!
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