43°C heatwave in Nicosia, Cyprus in June suspended outdoor activities, advised vulnerable groups to avoid sun exposure, and warned of high forest fire risk.
Cyprus suffered an early heatwave in June, with temperatures reaching 43°C in Nicosia, leading to suspended outdoor work, food deliveries and a construction ban. The health ministry advised vulnerable groups to avoid sun exposure and warned of high forest fire risk. This heatwave is part of the island's 10th driest year on record and follows Cyprus' hottest month ever recorded in July 2020. The heatwave is expected to break by Saturday.
June 05, 2024
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