2 Aug, 13:53··

Heatwave Hits Central and Southern Europe

FAZ

Vienna is very hot because of a heatwave. The city is using water to try and cool things down. Other parts of Europe are also facing high temperatures and wildfires.

A heatwave is affecting central and southern Europe. Temperatures are predicted to reach 37 degrees Celsius. Hungary closed a nuclear plant because the Danube River has too little water. This water is used for cooling. A wildfire in Greece caused a helicopter to crash, and everyone on board died.

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Highlights

Vienna Heatwave Response

Vienna is using water to cool down due to extreme heat.

High Temperatures Expected

Central and Southern Europe will have temperatures of 37C.

Hungary Nuclear Plant Shutdown

Hungary closed a nuclear plant because of low Danube water.

Danube Water Levels Low

Low water levels in the Danube are a problem.

Athens Wildfire Helicopter Crash

A helicopter crashed near Athens during a wildfire.

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