Turkey is enduring a severe heat wave, with a record temperature of 50.5 degrees Celsius reported in Silopi. This surpasses the previous highest recorded temperature of 49.5 degrees Celsius from August 2023. The heat wave has raised temperatures by up to 12 degrees Celsius above seasonal averages. Hospitals are experiencing increased cases of dehydration and heat-related illnesses. The warm weather conditions also contributed to numerous wildfires, with significant damage reported. Efforts to combat the fires involve thousands of personnel and various aircraft.
Turkey's Environment Ministry reported a record temperature of 50.5 degrees Celsius in Silopi, surpassing the previous record of 49.5 degrees Celsius set in August 2023.
The country is experiencing a heat wave, with temperatures up to 12 degrees Celsius higher than seasonal averages, leading to increased cases of dehydration and heat-related illnesses.
Wildfires have surged across Turkey with strong winds and dry conditions aggravating the heat wave, resulting in fatalities and evacuations in several provinces.
Over 25,000 personnel are engaged in firefighting efforts, utilizing numerous aircraft and ground vehicles to combat the extensive fires across the nation.
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