Temperatures soaring above 40 degrees in Europe puts holidaymakers at higher risk of short-term and long-term injury
The Greek government is restricting access to the Acropolis site between 12pm and 5pm as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of visitors during the current heatwave. Photograph: Aris Oikonomou/Getty Images, temperatures are to soar above 40 degrees this week. The Adriatic Sea has reached record-high temperatures, with the water at the walled-city of Dubrovnik, Croatia, reaching 30 degrees.
It said it is important to drink plenty of fluids, but to avoid excessive alcohol and caffeine as they can dehydrate you, while also avoiding going out during the hottest part of the day. A sizzling heatwave has sent temperatures in parts of central and southern Europe soaring toward 40 degrees. Photograph: Luca Bruno/AP
“Because of these age-related changes, core temperatures are more vulnerable to external temperatures. Older people find they feel the cold more... and in extreme heat, they don’t have the capacity to respond,” Prof Kenny said. Living in Ireland, you often hear conversations about needing to increase intake of vitamin D. However, Dr Kelly said people are using this as a justification for unprotected sun exposure, and the benefits of this vitamin do not outweigh the potential risks of prolonged time spent in direct sunlight.
High temperatures and low levels of rain increase the risk of wildfires, which can have fatal consequences in affected areas. Photograph: Angelos Tzortzinis/AFP
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