Southern Europe is reeling under one of its most extreme heatwaves on record. Spain, Greece, and Italy are experiencing temperatures exceeding 45°C, forcing the closure of major tourist sites like the Acropolis and prompting heat-related health alerts.
Hospitals in Athens and Rome report a 30% rise in emergency admissions, mostly among seniors and tourists. The European Space Agency attributes the phenomenon to a “heat dome” caused by high-pressure zones linked to climate change.
With South Asia experiencing similar heat patterns, including in Delhi, Dhaka, and Kathmandu, climate scientists urge more trans-regional cooperation on early warning systems and urban cooling strategies.