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Jul 2026
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Greece’s power grid pushed to the limit for third day as demand tops 10,600 MW

Power cuts hit parts of central Athens and Attica during peak demand, while renewables covered 80.6 percent of generation and enabled net exports of 563 MW to neighbouring countries as wholesale prices ease for Thursday

Greece in the grip of a heatwave today: Emergency Weather Bulletin in effect, temperatures up to 43°C expected

The temperature is soaring into the danger zone today as the heatwave reaches its peak, with temperatures expected to climb as high as 43°C. The Hellenic National Meteorological Service warns of difficult conditions, while a gradual easing of the heat is expected beginning Thursday

Heatwave: Outdoor work banned from 13:00 to 17:00 on Wednesday in Attica and three regions

Exemptions apply to activities linked to critical social infrastructure in the health, transport and public utility sectors

Greece: Today the worst day of the Heatwave – Which areas are expected to see rain

Generally clear skies are expected across most of the country today, with temperatures remaining at high levels. Partial transport of African dust is also expected

The heatwave begins with temperatures reaching 43°C – When the mercury will drop by up to 10 degrees

Tuesday is expected to be the most difficult day, while a noticeable easing begins from Thursday

72-hour heatwave: Which areas will be hit, where temperatures could reach 43°C, according to Tsatrafyllias

Temperatures are expected to reach 41–42°C on Monday in inland areas, while isolated locations in Boeotia, Phthiotis, and Thessaly could see highs of up to 43°C on Tuesday. Cooler weather is expected from Thursday onward

First heatwave of the summer with temperatures reaching 42°C: When it will hit Attica

Sunny weather in Attica today — Brief local showers or thunderstorms expected in Thessaloniki

Over 2,700 dead in England and Wales from record heatwaves in this year, study reveals

At least 2,700 people are estimated to have died from heat-related causes in England and Wales during May and June's record heatwaves, researchers say, as UK health officials prepare their official assessment in coming weeks

How to keep your pet safe during a heatwave

High summer temperatures can be dangerous for pets, increasing the risk of heatstroke, stress, dehydration and burns from hot surfaces. Here is how to keep them safe

France Is “Ablaze”: The Heat Wave Is Intensifying, and Wildfires Have Burned 78,000 acres

High temperatures are spreading northward and eastward, and tomorrow five more districts will be placed under an orange alert - A 22-year-old volunteer firefighter lost his life while fighting a fire

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