Acts of Kindness Help Athenians Cope with Heatwave

Acts of kindness help Athenians cope with heatwave

As temperatures inched towards 40C in Athens, a vegetable seller spontaneously handed a bottle of water to street musician Anna Gardere Nikolaki, a regular at this Athens food market.

Greece Endures Prolonged Heatwave with Temperatures Reaching 110°F

Temperatures in Athens to reach 107 F. Credit: AMNA/Orestis Panagiotou Greece is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 40∘ C (104∘ F) in numerous locations on Wednesday. This intense heat is projected to persist through the upcoming weekend. Data from the National Observatory of Athens/meteo.gr network revealed Wednesday’s highest temperatures were recorded across Macedonia, Thrace, Thessaly, the Peloponnese, and East Centr…

Balkan Heatwave and Drought Spark Wildfires and Widespread Disruption

A relentless heatwave and severe drought are scorching the Balkan region, leading to widespread disruptions, including dangerous wildfires, agricultural damage, and significant challenges for both residents and tourists. Temperatures are soaring, prompting authorities to issue warnings and implement measures to mitigate the extreme conditions. Record-Breaking Heat Grips the Balkans Temperatures across the Balkan Peninsula are reaching unpreceden…

Heatwave persists across Greece, temperatures soar above 43°C

Heatwave conditions continued to grip much of Greece on Wednesday, with temperatures in several regions exceeding 43°C. The extreme heat is forecast to persist until Sunday, according to a latest update from the Hellenic National Meteorological Service.