Danger! Heat warning for the summer of 2025 on the Mediterranean!

Danger! Heat warning for the summer of 2025 on the Mediterranean!

The Federal Foreign Office has warned of extreme heat in the Mediterranean countries of Greece, Spain and Italy for the coming summer of 2025. The forecast that heat waves with temperatures of over 40 degrees Celsius could occur is particularly worrying. This development could have serious consequences for the health of the population, especially for children, older people and people with existing cardiovascular or respiratory diseases. This warning is part of a comprehensive analysis that also illuminates the effects of climate change.

The heat waves, drought reproceeders and forest fires are increasingly normal in southern Europe and are expected to increase in the coming years. According to the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology, a particularly hot summer is expected for the summer of 2025. This can be attributed to a heat build -up in the North Atlantic, which often arises three years before a heat wave and influences the weather in Europe. The frequency of heat waves in Europe has doubled since the pre -industrial period, which illustrates the seriousness of the situation.

health risks and prevention measures

The increasing weather extreme are a serious threat to health, infrastructure and agriculture. In view of these challenges, early warning systems and preventive measures are of great importance. Travelers are advised to avoid the midday heat, to search for shadows, wear light clothing and drink enough water. For hikes, it is important to take sun protection, water, a cell phone and a power bank with you and to only be on the road on official routes.

For emergencies, emergency number 112 is available in Europe. These warnings are underlined by experts, who also indicate that climate change is an ever greater health risk. According to Spiegel To deal with climate change to protect the health of the population.