Greece: Heatwave and Rabbitfish on Beaches & More News
If you are planning a holiday in southern Europe, be mindful of the extreme temperatures and new warnings on Greek beaches. Meteorologists are announcing stifling heatwaves, while aviation authorities have ordered urgent technical inspections for several passenger aircraft.
You may face power outages and temperatures of up to 43°C if you are traveling to the Mediterranean region this week. Heatwaves are increasing the risk of blackouts (total interruption of power supply) in several European countries as grids become overloaded.
Tourists in Greece must be cautious after 'rabbitfish' have been reported on the country's beaches. This species has recently appeared in the area, and visitors are advised to be mindful of their presence in the water or on the sand.
Air travel could be disrupted after the European Union Aviation Safety Agency ordered the inspection of 16 Airbus A380 aircraft. Five of these large planes require emergency checks due to recently identified technical issues.
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