Italy is set to endure another week of intense heat, with forecasters warning that maximum temperatures will reach between 39°C and 41°C across many areas.
The extreme conditions are expected to be most severe in central and southern Italy, as well as the island of Sardinia, according to leading meteorological agencies.
The prolonged heatwave is part of a broader pattern of extreme weather sweeping through Western Europe.
Neighboring France has already recorded temperatures hitting 44°C, causing significant disruptions to daily life, including suspended railway services and strained energy grids.
The persistence of such high temperatures raises concerns about public health and infrastructure resilience across the region.
This event underscores the accelerating pace of climate-related risks in the Mediterranean.