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Red alert issued for all major Italian cities as blistering heat wave grips Europe, sets Austria record
Updated on: August 6, 2026 / 8:23 AM EDT / CBS/AP
TL;DR
- Italy has issued a national heat surveillance red alert for all 27 monitored cities due to a blistering heat wave.
- Austria recorded its highest temperature ever at 106.2 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Wildfires have broken out in southeastern France, burning over 23 square miles.
- Drought conditions have impacted Hungary's nuclear power plant, reducing output, and are causing concerns for transportation and industry in Germany due to low river levels.
- Health warnings are in effect, with advisories for residents and tourists to stay hydrated and avoid direct sunlight during peak hours.