Heatwave Forces Acropolis Closure, Tourists Left in the Lurch

The Acropolis in Athens was temporarily closed due to a heat wave in southern Europe, leaving some tourists frustrated and unaware of the closure. Red Cross staff provided water to visitors waiting in long lines, while paramedics treated tourists experiencing dehydration and fainting spells. Spain also experienced high temperatures, with people flocking to the beaches. Italy issued warnings for extreme temperatures in several cities, and Cyprus saw temperatures reaching 43 degrees Celsius. The heat wave is impacting economic activity, particularly in the construction sector. Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg highlighted the urgency of global heat records.