Spain’s civil protection agency has issued red-level heatwave warnings for multiple regions as temperatures are forecast to reach 45C.
This marks the third significant heatwave to hit the country this summer, prompting authorities to maintain a state of constant readiness.
The extreme weather poses immediate risks to public health and infrastructure.
Authorities are urging residents to limit outdoor activity during peak hours and stay hydrated.
The repeated heatwaves are also straining the national power grid, with electricity demand expected to surge as households and businesses rely heavily on air conditioning.
Agricultural sectors are particularly vulnerable to the prolonged high temperatures.