Extreme weather alert: Heatwaves and torrential rains grip Europe, US, Asia. 10 updates
global warming. Asia, Europe, and the United States are grappling with record-breaking temperatures, fueling wildfires and posing a severe threat to the affected regions. In Europe, Italy is bracing itself for an unprecedented heatwave, described as one of the most intense in history.
The health ministry has issued a red alert for 16 cities, including Rome, Bologna, and Florence, as temperatures are expected to soar. Rome is likely to reach 40°C by Monday and 42-43°C on Tuesday, surpassing the previous record set in 2007. Sicily and Sardinia could experience scorching temperatures of up to 48°C, potentially the highest ever recorded in Europe. This extreme weather has prompted the closure of iconic sites, such as the Acropolis in Athens, while Romania and Spain are also set to face blistering heat. Japan issued heatstroke alerts to millions of residents across multiple prefectures, as near-record high temperatures ravaged vast areas, accompanied by torrential rains in other regions.
The National Meteorological Agency warned of life-threatening heatwaves, with the potential to surpass the country's previous record of 41.1°C (106°F) recorded in Kumagaya city in 2018. Meanwhile, in the southern and western states of the United States, a widespread and oppressive heatwave affected over 80 million people. Excessive heat warnings and advisories were issued as temperatures soared.
California's Death Valley, renowned for its extreme heat, was expected to reach new peaks, potentially exceeding 54°C (129°F). The region was also battling multiple wildfires, including a significant blaze in Riverside County that forced evacuations after scorching over 7,500 acres (3,000 hectares). China on Sunday issued several temperature alerts,
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