Europe is in the grip of a scorching heatwave, with temperatures soaring to potentially record-breaking levels in England and Wales, and at least 19 people already losing their lives in France. As the mercury rises, authorities are taking drastic measures to mitigate the effects of the heat, with Italy's health ministry declaring a red heatwave alert in 15 cities, including the iconic metropolises of Milan and Rome. The alert, the highest level of warning, advises residents to take extreme precautions, such as eating light, staying indoors during the hottest parts of the day, and seeking relief from the heat with cool water. Meanwhile, in France, a tragic discovery has been made, with two children found dead in a car, highlighting the dangers of the heatwave.
Temperatures could smash June record in England and Wales set in 1976; red alerts in France after 19 heat deathsTwo children found dead in car in France as heatwave hits EuropeItaly’s health ministry has declared a red heatwave alert in 15 cities including Milan and Rome on Tuesday and said the number would go up to 16 on Wednesday.During a red alert – the highest level – the ministry advises people to eat light, stay indoors in the hottest parts of the day and sprinkle themselves with cool water. Continue reading...
