Major heatwave warning for Irish holidaymakers as red alerts issued for three European sunshine spots
While Ireland is coming out on the other side of a scorching few days, three European destinations are still in the midst of one.
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There's a major heatwave warning in place
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Parts of France will sizzle at 43C
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While Ireland has fresher weather today many parts of Europe continue to see a heatwave.
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Some red warnings today Tuesday for high temperatures in parts of France, Germany and Croatia.
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A hot day to be queueing in
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Spain is set to experience the highest temperatures, with searing 42C expected to hit parts of the country.
The regions of Andalusia and Extremadura are likely to be worst hit as they are on the south west coast.
Weather bosses have predicted temperatures from 40C to 43C will plague the regions.
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And the area is home to some of Spain's most popular holiday destinations including Cordoba, Seville, Malaga and Cadiz.
Meanwhile in France, temperatures across the country are set to sit anywhere between 21C to 40C.
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The majority of the country, including capital city
Meanwhile northern coastal areas in Brittany and Normandy will see more bearable temperatures of 21C.
And in Croatia, temperatures will climb as high as 40C in some areas.
While the east of the country will be 34C on average, the west of the country will sizzle at anywhere from 35CF to 40C.
Spanish meteorologists at the country's Met Office, AEMET, said the month of June was as hot as an average July or August.
They said on
"This is the first time this has happened.
"If a July or August had an average temperature of 23.6 °C, its character would be warm."
Irish holidaymakers could find themselves disappointed when they experience the insane heat levels.
It is likely that many will spend much of their time indoors while abroad to escape the unbearable heat.
Visitors have been advised to follow the guidelines of local authorities while in affected areas.
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Some of Spain's most popular cities will be scorching hot
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And they added: "Spain can at times experience extreme weather conditions, including flooding, which can adversely affect travel plans. "You can monitor information and alerts, including severe weather warnings, on the website of the Spanish Meteorological Agency, AEMET. Advertisement "Citizens are advised to check the latest weather information before they travel and to follow the advice of the local authorities." 'VERY HIGH RISK OF HEAT STRESS' A UN climate spokesperson has warned that this will not be the last we see of killer heatwaves across Europe. Clare Nullis, from the World Meteorological Organisation, issued the warning after temperatures hit 46C in Spain. She said: "The frequency and intensity of extreme heat events is increasing in Europe. 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