Spain raises the alert to the highest level in three regions due to the heat wave

Declared The new heat wave that is sweeping southern Europe this week, and meteorologists expect it to continue until at least Thursday.

Red Alert

The red alert warns of possible repercussions "Very dangerous" On the health of residents and the safety of property.

The current heat wave is the second this summer, after the first one witnessed in June, which was classified as the second hottest month since data recording began. "With an average temperature higher than normal by 3.2 degrees Celsius"according to the Spanish Meteorological Agency.

Last summer, Spain witnessed the worst Forest fires in its modern history.

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