Europe is gripped by a severe heatwave, with record-breaking temperatures scorching Slovakia and Austria. The extreme heat has prompted Italy to issue a highest heat alert for all 27 of its major cities, a rare and unprecedented move. As temperatures soar, residents are bracing for the worst, with concerns over heat-related illnesses and power outages. The heatwave is expected to persist, raising fears of widespread disruptions and potential health crises, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and young children.
Record-breaking temperatures in Slovakia and Austria as Italy places all of its 27 major cities on highest heat alert.
