Spain records temperature of 46C as Europe heatwave continues

The Spanish town ofigesura recorded a staggering high of 46 degrees Celsius (114.8 degrees Fahrenheit) on Wednesday, June 29. The temperature has been confirmed by the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET). This marks the highest temperature ever recorded in the country since 2007, when the Spanish island of Majorca soared to 43.9 degrees.

The scorching heat has sparked concerns across Europe, as the intense heatwave continues to spread across the continent, causing wildfires and posing health risks.

Authorities Implemented Measures

Authorities in Spain and other European countries have taken measures to combat the heat and prevent emergencies. Among these measures are increasing the number of firefighters, implementing wildfire prevention strategies, and advising people to stay indoors and avoid physical activities during peak heat times.

Extreme Weather Impact

The extreme weather has had a significant impact on communities, affecting agricultural and leisure activities, increasing humidity, and causing thunderstorms and lightning strikes.

Global Context

This comes as parts of the US and Canada are also experiencing unprecedented heatwaves, fueling concerns about climate change and its impact on global weather patterns.

AEMET Warnings

As the heatwave shows no signs of abating, the AEMET has issued extreme weather warnings for over 20 Spanish provinces.

Climatological Perspective

Professor of climatology at the University of Castilla-La Mancha, Jose Miguel Herrero, stated that the heatwaves of the past decade have exceeded the heat experienced in the 1980s and 1990s.

Scientific Explanation

He attributes this to climate change and the phenomenon of climate inertia, where the effects of climate change are not immediately felt but are gradually increasing over time.