Greece imposes work breaks as heatwave grips the country - International
The labor ministry ordered the work stoppage, in effect from midday to 5:00 p.m. (0900–1400 GMT), for outdoor manual labor and food delivery services, primarily in central Greece and on several islands. Employers were also asked to offer remote work options.
No emergency measures were implemented in Athens, and the current hot spell — following sweltering temperatures across Europe — is not considered unusual.
Greek authorities say they are taking long-term steps to address the effects of climate change, including the deployment this summer of a record number of firefighters.
Follow us on:
Short link:
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Al-Ahram Weekly
15 hours ago
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Greece imposes work breaks as heatwave grips the country - International
Authorities in Greece imposed mandatory work breaks on Monday in parts of the country where temperatures are expected to exceed 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit), with the heatwave forecast to last through Thursday. The labor ministry ordered the work stoppage, in effect from midday to 5:00 p.m. (0900–1400 GMT), for outdoor manual labor and food delivery services, primarily in central Greece and on several islands. Employers were also asked to offer remote work options. No emergency measures were implemented in Athens, and the current hot spell — following sweltering temperatures across Europe — is not considered unusual. Greek authorities say they are taking long-term steps to address the effects of climate change, including the deployment this summer of a record number of firefighters. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
See - Sada Elbalad
21 hours ago
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egypt Sees Extremely Hot, Humid Weather on Monday, Cairo 37°C
Yara Sameh The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) predicts hot to extremely hot, humid weather will prevail across the country during Monday's daylight hours. The weather will seem hotter due to the high humidity levels, which will push up the heat index 2-4 degrees. The country will also witness mist on agricultural and highway roads in Cairo, North Coast, Lower Egypt, Canal Cities, and Central Sinai. Wind will occur occasionally across the country. Furthermore, the Mediterranean Sea will experience low to moderate waves ranging between 1 and 2 meters in height, with northwest surface winds. The Red Sea will experience moderate to turbulent waves, ranging between 2 and 3 meters in height, with northwest surface winds. Moderately hot weather is also expected to prevail in Egypt at night and in the early hours. The predicted temperatures for the following cities are 37°C in Cairo, 32°C in Alexandria, 30°C in Marsa Matruh, 41°C in Sohag, 42°C in Qena, and 42°C in Aswan. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Al-Ahram Weekly
2 days ago
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt offers condolences to US over Texas flood victims - Foreign Affairs
Egypt offered on Sunday its heartfelt condolences to the US government and people over the victims of the floods in Texas, which resulted in several deaths and injuries. Related Rescuers search for missing girls as Texas flood death toll hits 50 In a statement, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed Egypt's full solidarity with the United States during this painful time. It also extended Cairo's sincere sympathies to the families of the victims, wishing the injured a swift recovery. On Friday, Texas was hit by torrential rains, equal to months' worth falling in just hours, causing devastating floods in the US state. Multiple flash flood warnings remained in place after water surged through communities, with the Guadalupe River rising by eight metres in just 45 minutes. On Saturday, rescuers began searching for 27 girls missing from a riverside summer camp in Texas. Multiple victims were also found in other counties, raising the death toll to 50. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
