#heatwave

#heatwave

About 230 firefighters, along with 46 vehicles and helicopters, were battling the blaze on Thursday after it broke out 24 hours earlier near Ierapetra on the south-east coast of the country's largest island.

London's Tube and bus travel turned into a sauna, with temperatures reaching up to 33C. Commuters expressed concerns over discomfort and urged improvements in services.

Swimming in a lake is a cherished part of German culture, often enjoyed during hot summer days with family and friends. Badesee, which means bathing lake, represents this cherished tradition. There are many popular Badeseen in and around Berlin, providing a cheap and accessible way to cool off and relax. Expect crowded lakes when temperatures soar, especially with schools granting time off during heatwaves.

Network Rail stated, 'With temperatures set to soar as forecast by the Met Office, speed restrictions have to be imposed across large parts of the network to ensure everyone's safety.'

Dr Lynn Thomas, medical director for St John Ambulance, emphasized the importance of precautions, noting that while "heat is wonderful for some people, it can cause an awful lot of stress."

As temperatures rise to unprecedented levels, health warnings are issued for vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly, and a risk of wildfires is highlighted.