Spain & Portugal ‘still hot' warning for Irish tourists as thunderstorm alert issued amid deadly 39C Europe heatwave
Irish holiday hotspots in Spain and
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Europe continues to battle the scorching heatwave
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Spain and Portugal are at risk of thunderstorms
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Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather revealed that most European countries are still suffering scorching heat, as Ireland and the
miss out on it.
Yesterday, the majority of
reached a whopping 31C, while Portugal saw temperatures hit 33C and Spain experienced 37C high
s.
O'Reilly said: "The extreme heat in Northern France has eased off and will further over the coming days.
"Still hot in parts of
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"Ireland missing out on the heat."
The thunderstorm radar map reveals that Northern Spain, including Vigo, Oviedo, Santander and
The thunderstorms are expected to last for two days, with Saturday highlighted as the peak for thunder activity.
On Saturday, the thunderstorm from Spain will slowly spread across Northern Portugal, affecting
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Thunderstorms may bring heavy rain and even hail to some areas.
Golf ball-sized hail & raging wildfires spark chaos across Europe as killer heat dome looms
This means that Irish jetsetters hoping to escape to the sun might find themselves disappointed.
No official weather warning has been issued by Spain or Portugal's meteorological agency, but it is expected that they will issue it in a short period.
Holidaymakers are advised to take caution in severe weather, especially with the extreme heat, and follow the authority guidelines.
HEATWAVE WARNINGS
However, the warnings for Spain over the major heatwave remain in effect for some parts as the heatwave, which originated from the African continent, continues to have a grip on Spain's climate.
State Meteorological Agency, AEMET
, has warnings in place for Palma, Cordoba, Sevilla, Leon and Madrid over the extreme heat until July 6, with some parts still reaching up to 39C.
Spanish health officials have urged tourists and locals to take extra care in the heat, stay outside of the sun and stay hydrated.
They also encouraged people to pay close attention to those who are older, pregnant or who have chronic health conditions.
Portugal urged people to stay in cool or air-conditioned environments for at least two to three hours a day and avoid direct exposure to the sun, especially during midday when it's at its peak.
Using sunscreen with a factor of 30 or higher is recommended.
Ensure to reapply it every two hours and after swimming at the beach or pool.
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Tourists are urged to follow local authority advice during extreme weather conditions
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Ireland is avoiding the deadly heat
Credit: Carlow Weather
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