Greece shuts Acropolis during hottest part of day as southern Europe swelters in a heat wave

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Greece shuts Acropolis during hottest part of day as southern Europe swelters in a heat wave
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Greece’s Culture Ministry has ordered the Acropolis to shut for several hours in the middle of the day, while authorities warn of extreme heat as southern Europe swelters in sizzling temperatures.

The Homeland Security inspector general opens an investigation into the Secret Service's handling of Trump's security on the day of his attempted assassination.A woman drinks water in front of the ancient Parthenon Temple during a hot, windy day at Acropolis hill , in Athens , Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Much of Greece was also sweltering in a heat wave due to last until the end of the week, with temperatures in some areas forecast to reach 42 degrees Celsius .

“We got it done and got out quick, and now we’re going to some air conditions and some more libation and enjoy the day,” said Toby Dunlap, who was visiting from Pennsylvania and had just toured the Acropolis. “But it’s hot up there, it really is. If you don’t come prepared, you’re going to sweat.”Greek coast guard and a Turkish fishing boat collide in the north Aegean.

In Verona, where temperatures hovered around 35 C , sprinklers in the public park were used to spritz passersby during the late afternoons, and tourists were urged to make use of public water fountains. Flyers recommended elderly people stay indoors during the hottest times of the day and a 24-hour hotline was set up for emergencies, local media reported.

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