Extreme heat lashes Türkiye following severe June storms
A searing heat wave engulfs Türkiye, elevating temperatures to an oppressive 45 degrees Celsius in southern coastal regions, hard on the heels of a month dominated by severe, erratic weather nationwide, according to meteorologists.
Nighttime temperatures holding steadily above 20 degrees indicate dangerous “tropical days” for almost the entire country, excluding a few inner regions, meteorologist Adil Tek said.
Citizens planning coastal vacations should limit their beach time to early mornings and late evenings, while the general public must avoid all outdoor exposure between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to evade heatstroke, Tek said.
Medical experts and meteorologists advise people to wear light-colored clothing, consume plenty of water and completely avoid heavy protein meals and alcohol during this period, Tek said.
