In many parts of southern Europe, the heat wave has reached 30 years of age. Photo: Tino Romano. means for holidaymakers?
This explains what's going on and what to expect for British travelers to the area.
- What's going on?
< p >The heat wave has swept through many of the most popular British family holiday destinations in the Mediterranean, such as Spain, Italy and Greece.
- How hot was it?
For the most part temperatures in southern Europe were above 30 degrees, while parts of southern Italy and Greece reached 40 to 40 degrees, 8 to 12 degrees above the seasonal average for the region.
The highest recorded temperature was around 45°C.
- Why is this a problem?
This has caused health problems that have put pressure on local medical services in tourist period.
Fifteen Italian cities, most of which are located in the center and south of the country, had recommendations in the heat due to the high level of risk to the elderly, children and other vulnerable people.
Last week, a 44-year-old man painting a zebra in a 40-degree heat wave in the northern city of Lodi collapsed and later died in a hospital, local media reported.
More than 2,000 people were evacuated due to a wildfire on the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands, and the Greek authorities opened air-conditioned zones in public buildings.
- Will it get hotter?
Forecasters say temperatures in parts of Italy and Greece could rise to the 48.8°C recorded in Syracuse, Sicily in August 2021 in the coming days, the highest temperature ever recorded in Europe.
- Why is this happening?
High temperatures are caused by a high pressure system located throughout the region, which allows temperatures to rise day by day.
Warm air coming from Africa is delayed.
People flock to the sea in Sicily. Photo: GIOVANNI ISOLINO/AFP
- When will this end?
The hot weather will continue for at least another week, especially in Greece and parts of Turkey.
Western European countries such as Spain and Portugal experience temperatures will decrease slightly. in the next few days, the Met Office said.
- Why is it called Cerberus?
The heat wave was named by the Italian Meteorological Society after the three-headed dog from ancient Greek mythology, guarding the gates to the underworld.
- Is the UK affected?
The low pressure system was pointed towards the country due to European weather and did not budge, causing recent wind and rain.
Travelers queue to board a ferry at the port of Piraeus in Greece. Photo: ALEXANDROS VLACHOS/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock
Temperatures were slightly below average for this time of year.
- Will the weather be hot in the UK?
No, unsettled weather is forecast The Met Office said it will continue over the “next few weeks”.
- Is it safe to travel around Europe?
Flights and Travel Packages continue as usual, according to the ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents) trade association.
British people are advised to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and avoid midday sun exposure while on holiday.
Forecaster Simon Partridge said: “When you're there, it's a big shock to the body, so give yourself a chance to get used to the heat.” > Tourists hide under umbrellas in Catania, Italy. Photo: Fabrizio Villa/Getty
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised people to check travel advice on its website.
- How will this affect holidaymakers?
Some people are changing their plans, it was reported.
Justine Rush, 53, who lives in Corfu, said: sea. We had to stay in our room for most of the day.”
Paola Deitan, 29, from Marlborough, Wiltshire, was planning to travel to Greece with her best friend, but has now chosen Barcelona. says the newspaper.
- Can I cancel my vacation?
People can change their vacation plans, but normal conditions apply, including cancellation fees .
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