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00:00Greece has already faced its earliest recorded heatwave this year, following a 16-day heatwave
00:07last summer that triggered devastating wildfires.
00:10The ongoing extreme temperatures have led to several tourists going missing and multiple
00:15fatalities, including health expert Michael Mosley.
00:19Meteorological expert Rosie Mamet warned that high temperatures are expected to persist
00:25throughout the summer, possibly making it the warmest summer ever recorded in Greece.
00:30The extreme heat there is exacerbating wildfire risks and putting a strain on public health
00:36and infrastructure.
00:37That's prompting authorities to issue heat advisories and prepare emergency response
00:43measures.
00:44Additionally, the tourism sector is feeling the impact as visitors face heightened risks.
00:51Turkey has seen temperatures surpassing 40 degrees Celsius this summer, significantly
00:56above the seasonal average by 8-12 degrees Celsius.
01:00The country is grappling with numerous wildfires, particularly in seven provinces.
01:06Professor Murat Turkac from Berghazi University predicts continued record-breaking temperatures
01:11throughout the summer, especially in the southeastern promises and central Anatolia.
01:17These extreme temperatures are not only fueling wildfires, but also leading to water shortages
01:22and agricultural stress, impacting both urban and rural communities.
01:28Authorities are intensifying efforts to combat wildfires and provide relief to affected areas.
01:34Portugal has already experienced soaring temperatures, with highs reaching the late 30s in June.
01:40According to AMET, there is a 70-100% probability that Portugal will have a warmer than normal
01:47summer.
01:48The high temperatures are prompting concerns over drought conditions and water resource
01:52management, with a reminder to tourists to wear protection and stay out of the midday sun.