Some parts of Spain could reach 44C this week
Brits holidaying in Spain this week have been warned by the Foreign Office to stay safe as southern Europe experiences soaring temperatures due to the Cerberus heatwave. Weather warnings have been issued for huge swathes of the country by Spain’s weather agency Agencia Estatal de Meteorología .
Temperatures in some areas are expected to reach as high as 44C. Extreme risk warnings - the maximum alert level - are in place for Majorca and parts of northern Spain on Tuesday, while yellow and amber alerts have been issued across most of the country. Conditions are expected to cool slightly by Wednesday, although yellow and amber warnings remain in place. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office has urged Brits to keep updated on the latest weather warnings, as well as how to look after their health in the heat.The FCDO said: “Extreme temperatures are currently affecting many areas of Spain. For severe weather warnings and updates, visit the Spanish Meteorological Office and European Meteorological Services website.
“For information on how to take care in the heat visit the NHS website or the website of the Spanish Ministry of Health . You should check with your travel provider before travelling and follow the advice of local authorities at all times.” According to the NHS website, during a heatwave you should look out for signs of heat-related illness such as heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Holidaymakers in Spain should stay hydrated, avoid the sun between 11am and 3pm and avoid exercise or other strenuous activities.
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