Red Alert Still in Effect: Heatwave Shows No Signs of Relenting in Croatia
Temperatures to Reach 39°C, with Relief Only in the Form of Scattered Showers; for Rijeka and the South, the Scorcher Lasts Until Saturday
Temperatures to Reach 39°C, with Relief Only in the Form of Scattered Showers; for Rijeka and the South, the Scorcher Lasts Until Saturday
Croatia continues to grapple with extreme heat that shows no signs of letting up. The State Hydrometeorological Institute has issued a red alert for high temperatures covering nearly the entire country, valid for Tuesday and Wednesday. However, for Rijeka and the southern parts of Croatia, the unbearable heat will persist until Saturday.
According to forecasts, temperatures in the Rijeka area could reach 37°C on Tuesday. The rest of the country is no better off, up to 39 degrees Celsius in the shade is expected, as reported by 24sata. In Zagreb, 34°C has already been recorded.
Such heat increases the risk for chronic illnesses and can cause heatstroke or heat exhaustion. On the websites of the State Hydrometeorological Institute and the Red Cross, citizens can find advice on how to protect themselves, and there is an appeal to take care of oneself and others, especially children and the elderly.
There is also a warning that due to drought and high temperatures, wild animals are seeking water, so they are more frequently seen on roads, especially secondary ones, and at unusual times of day.
In addition to the weather woes, the country was shaken by news of an accident. An explosion occurred near Bosiljevo, injuring three people. A twenty-year-old man was airlifted to the hospital due to the severity of his injuries. The police will conduct an on-site investigation, followed by a criminal inquiry to determine all circumstances and what type of explosive device was involved.
While Croatia contends with the heat, neighboring Romania is facing record-low water levels on the Danube. As a result, a state of emergency has been declared and will remain in effect throughout August. To prevent the Cernavoda nuclear power plant from shutting down, Romanian naval forces on Monday continued controlled explosions on the Bala Canal on the Danube. The goal is to redirect the river's flow and return some water to its old course, thereby raising the water level and ensuring enough water to cool the plant.
