Heat hell in Europe: record temperatures and evacuated homes!

Heat hell in Europe: record temperatures and evacuated homes!

The heat wave in Europe is becoming a serious threat: record temperatures are affecting the continent enormously, from the Southern Alps to the coasts of the north. These hot days can not only be hot, but also dangerous. reported by fr.de, the consequences are already devastating: In Germany, where drought is increasing, the risk of forest fires is enormous. An example of this is Gohrischheide in Saxony/Brandenburg, where around 100 people, including 45 residents, were evacuated from a dormitory as the fire spread to an impressive 600 hectares.

The heat is also leaving its mark in other European countries. In France, the heatwave even led to the tragic death of a 10-year-old girl in Versailles who complained about the oppressive heat. In Italy, a 70-year-old truck driver was found dead in his vehicle, and two men, aged 75 and 60, lost their lives in Sardinia due to the high temperatures. In addition, several power outages in Florence caused additional difficulties, while temperatures in the Lombard capital climbed to record highs according to tagesschau.de.

Record-breaking temperatures and evacuations

The German weather service reported an impressive 37.8 degrees in Kitzingen on July 2nd, and forecasts suggest that temperatures in Germany could even rise to 40 degrees on July 3rd. The situation is alarming: In Brandenburg, 52 residents of a town had to be brought to safety due to forest fires, but were able to return in the evening. This extreme heat is not just a temporary inconvenience; it is also caused by Statista assessed as a long-term threat to many areas of life.

In southern Europe the temperatures are even more devastating. In Spain, 46 degrees Celsius was measured in Huelva, while Portugal boasts 46.6 degrees in Mora. In Turkey, too, over 50,000 people have been evacuated from forest and bush fires, including many communities that are suffering from heavy firefighting. Here, around 1,000 firefighters are fighting the flames with the support of helicopters as tagesschau.de reports.

Protective measures and outlook

Considering these extreme weather conditions, comprehensive protective measures are recommended. The population is urged to drink plenty of water and avoid the midday heat. In France, where heat warnings apply to 84 of 95 departments, around 200 schools had to close. The situation remains tense as firefighters have brought some fires under control, but weather conditions require increased vigilance.

The heat wave is another example of the changing climate conditions in Europe. Over the last 30 years, temperatures here have risen faster than in many other parts of the world, leading not only to an increased number of hot days but also having a massive economic impact on agriculture and energy supplies This is what a study by Statista shows.

We can only hope that we can get through this phase with the right measures. The coming days could test all resources and it is up to all of us to remain vigilant!