Europe Heatwave Kills Several, Causes Travel Warnings Britain, Spain, Italy, Portugal

A severe heatwave is sweeping across Europe, forcing authorities to advise people, especially British holidaymakers in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and other affected countries, to stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day due to record-breaking temperatures and health risks. Temperatures have soared to extreme levels, with southern Spain hitting 46°C, and other regions including southern Italy, the French Mediterranean coast, and parts of the UK experiencing highs near or above 40°C, prompting heat health alerts and warnings. The heatwave has already caused fatalities, including a construction worker in Italy, a street cleaner in Barcelona, and a tourist in Majorca suffering from heatstroke, while wildfires and flash floods add to the region's hazards. Experts emphasize that this intense heat event, driven by a heat dome trapping warm air and worsened by climate change, is likely to become more frequent and pose ongoing risks to public health and safety. UK health authorities have issued amber heat alerts, warning of the hottest June days on record along with high pollen levels, creating a 'perfect storm' of discomfort for residents. Travelers and locals are urged to take precautions such as avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat, staying hydrated, and recognizing symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke.