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Arab News
5 days ago
- Climate
- Arab News
Greek heatwave drags out as temperatures near 46C
ATHENS: A week-long heatwave in Greece that began on Monday is now expected to last more than a week, the country's weather service said as temperatures on Friday neared 46C. The National Observatory in Athens said the warmest temperature recorded was 45.8C in the Peloponnese region of Messinia. In Athens, the highest temperature in parts of the capital was 42C, also recorded in the main port of Piraeus. Officials once again modified the opening hours of the Acropolis, the country's top archaeological site, for the safety of visitors and staff. The monument was shut from midday to 5:00 p.m. — the hottest part of the day — in line with usual safety rules. The Greek weather agency EMY modified a warning note to reflect that temperatures would begin falling after Monday July 28, instead of on the weekend as it had previously reported. Northern winds are expected to pick up later Friday, raising the risk of fires, EMY said. A wildfire earlier this week destroyed more than 2,800 acres (1,130 hectares) of forest and grassland near the mountain village of Feneos in the Peloponnese. It was apparently started by two workmen using welding equipment near a forest. Over half of the area affected was a pine forest that cannot regenerate, the National Observatory said. On Friday, a fire burning near the city of Kilkis in northern Greece forced the evacuation of a university, homes and businesses, the fire service said. A high of 44C was expected in Greece on Saturday, with a maximum of 42C forecast in Athens, the agency said. In neighboring Albania, there were 10 active fires including one in Delvina, near the border with Greece. Another fire in Kakavia, near the border crossing with Greece, was brought under control on Thursday.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Greek heatwave drags out as temperatures near 46C
A week-long heatwave in Greece that began on Monday is now expected to last more than a week, the country's weather service said as temperatures on Friday neared 46C. The National Observatory in Athens said the warmest temperature recorded was 45.8C in the Peloponnese region of Messinia. In Athens, the highest temperature in parts of the capital was 42C, also recorded in the main port of Piraeus. Officials once again modified the opening hours of the Acropolis, the country's top archaeological site, for the safety of visitors and staff. The monument was shut from midday to 5:00 pm -- the hottest part of the day -- in line with usual safety rules. The Greek weather agency EMY modified a warning note to reflect that temperatures would begin falling after Monday July 28, instead of on the weekend as it had previously reported. Northern winds are expected to pick up later Friday, raising the risk of fires, EMY said. A high of 44C was expected in Greece on Saturday, with a maximum of 42C forecast in Athens, the agency said. jph/rmb
Free Malaysia Today
7 days ago
- Climate
- Free Malaysia Today
Greece brings in emergency heatwave measures for workers
The heatwave is expected to peak in Athens on Thursday with temperatures of up to 41°C. (AP pic) ATHENS : Greece introduced emergency measures today to help workers cope with temperatures of up to 43°C in a heatwave due to last all week. Cities opened up air-conditioned public rooms and the labour ministry ordered a pause in outdoor work from 12pm to 5pm in most of the country, including Athens. National weather service EMY has said the heatwave that began yesterday is not expected to ease before Sunday. Temperatures in the capital and Thessaloniki are forecast to reach 40°C today, with highs up to 43°C in central Greece. The heatwave is expected to peak in Athens on Thursday with temperatures of up to 41°C, the agency said.
Al Arabiya
22-07-2025
- Climate
- Al Arabiya
Greece brings in emergency heatwave measures for workers
Greece introduced emergency measures on Tuesday to help workers cope with temperatures of up to 43C in a heatwave due to last all week. Cities opened up air-conditioned public rooms and the labor ministry ordered a pause in outdoor work from 12:00 to 5:00 pm (0900 to 1400 GMT) in most of the country, including Athens. National weather service EMY has said the heatwave that began on Monday is not expected to ease before Sunday. Temperatures in the capital and Thessaloniki are forecast to reach 40C on Tuesday, with highs up to 43C in central Greece. The heatwave is expected to peak in Athens on Thursday with temperatures of up to 41C, the agency said.
The Sun
22-07-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
Greece enforces heatwave safety measures for outdoor workers
ATHENS: Greece has rolled out urgent protections for workers facing extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 43°C this week. Authorities activated cooling centers and banned outdoor labour during the hottest hours. The labour ministry mandated a work stoppage from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM (0900 to 1400 GMT) across most regions, including Athens. Public buildings with air conditioning are now open as relief spaces. EMY, Greece's national weather service, confirmed the heatwave began Monday and will persist until Sunday. Athens and Thessaloniki are forecast to hit 40°C today, while central Greece may see 43°C. The peak is expected Thursday, with Athens reaching 41°C. – AFP
