Glasgow travellers heading to Spain and Greece warned
Northern Europe is currently experiencing an early summer heatwave, with forecasters warning of soaring temperatures in the weeks ahead, reports The Mirror.
The newspaper reported that Portugal recently recorded temperatures of 40.5 degrees, while parts of Spain saw temperatures rise above 42 degrees.
Due to the heat, Britain's Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) has issued warnings about extreme heat in the four European countries.
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For Greece, the FCDO said: "Greece can experience extreme natural phenomena such as earthquakes, wildfires, extreme heat and flash floods.
"Take extra care when planning a hike or walk, especially during higher temperatures than you are used to.
"Trails often lack shade, and the quality of route markings can vary.
"Do not light fires, as it is both dangerous and illegal due to the high risk of wildfires."
For Turkey, the government said: "Extreme temperatures can affect many areas of Turkey over the summer months.
"Wildfires happen frequently in Turkey during summer."
For Cyprus, the FCDO said: "The Department of Meteorology of Cyprus issues warnings for severe weather, especially during summer.
"Weather can sometimes cause travel disruption."
Meanwhile, for Spain, the FCDO said: "Temperatures in some parts of Spain can change very quickly.
"Take extra care when planning a hike or walk.
"Check local weather reports for warnings of extreme heat or cold temperatures."
Due to the rising temperatures, Bas Amelung, Wageningen University environmental systems analysis professor, told The Mirror: "Countries such as Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Turkey that currently attract the traditional 'sun and sand' summer tourists are likely to become too hot for comfort in the summer.
"People make decisions based on their perceptions.
"So if a large majority of holidaymakers think some European destinations will soon be 'too hot', they may well start adapting, either by going somewhere else in summer or by going to the same place in another season."
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