The latest Lancet report shows heat-related deaths rising 23% since the 1990s, with climate change driving extreme temperatures, wildfires, and food insecurity worldwide

Scorching heat above 44°C and raging wildfires devastate parts of Southern Europe, leaving multiple dead, forcing mass evacuations, and prompting red alerts across the Mediterranean. Scientists warn such extreme summers are becoming the norm

Based on data from the Copernicus/EMWF, the summer of 2024 was the hottest recorded, while May 2025 was the second hottest overall.

In the northern province of Karabuk, a fire that has been burning for five days has led to the evacuation of 1,839 people across 19 villages.

This is not the typical meltemi wind associated with July and August instead it is a temporary northeastern airflow resulting from a thermal low over the Eastern Mediterranean

On Greece’s day-ahead market, the average wholesale electricity price for July 25 has spiked to 142.59 euros per megawatt-hour (MWh) — the highest recorded since the start of summer.

Extreme heat and strong winds will grip much of Greece on Friday as a major heatwave peaks, prompting emergency workplace measures, fire alerts, and warnings from meteorologists

The HNMS will update the emergency bulletin every 24 hours to reassess temperatures and provide a more accurate forecast for the end of the heatwave

Skies will remain predominantly sunny across the country. During the hottest part of the day, some local cloud development is expected over mountainous inland areas, but this will offer little relief from the oppressive heat

These real-time thermal maps can help identify areas at greater risk during heatwaves, highlighting the importance of green zones like Attiko Alsos in mitigating the so-called “urban heat island” effect

The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) has confirmed that both maximum and minimum temperatures will remain dangerously high, especially in urban centers where nighttime lows will hover around 28–29°C

The research raises concerns for central banks as food price inflation complicates broader efforts to control rising consumer costs, especially in emerging economies where food makes up a larger share of household expenses

Starting Friday, strengthened northerly winds of up to 6 on the Beaufort scale are expected, mainly in eastern regions and across the Aegean. These winds will intensify further on Saturday, helping to gradually cool down temperatures across the country

Temperatures in Greece soared to 45°C on Tuesday with the highest recorded in Central Greece. Heatwave conditions to continue.

Today, Greece, like much of the world, is grappling with the undeniable consequences of climate change: more frequent and intense heatwaves, longer wildfire seasons, unpredictable weather patterns, and vulnerable cities pushed to their limits

Those travelling or vacationing in Greece should avoid outdoor activity during midday and early afternoon, particularly in areas away from the coast where temperatures will be more extreme

HEDNO, which manages the electricity distribution network, has ramped up its readiness. Maintenance teams are on standby across the country, prepared to respond to any outages in the low- and medium-voltage networks

Kostas Lagouvardos noted that major heatwaves occurred in 2021, 2023, 2024, and again in 2025, “It could be coincidence, but it may also signal that the climate crisis is no longer a future threat — it is already here.”

As heatwaves become more frequent and intense, smart AC use and regular maintenance are key to staying cool without racking up huge repair costs