Record-breaking heatwave sweeps across Europe, triggering health alerts and red alerts in multiple countries

Southern Europe, including Spain, Italy, and Greece, is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach record highs above 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit). Italy has issued red alerts for 16 cities, and Greece closed the ancient Acropolis to protect tourists. Health alerts have been issued, urging people to stay indoors during the hottest hours of the day to avoid dehydration and heat-related illnesses. The heatwave is also affecting other parts of Europe, including Spain and Israel, and the United States is also experiencing extreme heat.