Southern and eastern Europe are baking under relentless heatwaves , with power grids collapsing and water supplies dwindling as temperatures smash records. Cities like Rome and Naples hit near-historic highs this week, while Sicily roasted at 44°C – turning streets into literal frying pans.
When AC Becomes the Enemy
Skyrocketing AC use and surging water demand have overwhelmed infrastructure. Malta faced 40-hour blackouts as underground cables melted , while Italy scrambles to import energy after hydropower plants dried up. \"This isn’t just summer – it’s climate change in HD,\" said Carlo Buontempo of the EU's climate agency.
Planet on Fire
July 22 marked Earth’s hottest day ever recorded at 17.16°C globally – a wake-up call echoing across TikTok and Insta feeds. Scientists warn: \"We’re in uncharted territory.\" Could your next European adventure include portable fans?
, with power grids collapsing and water supplies dwindling as temperatures smash records. Cities like Rome and Naples hit near-historic highs this week, while Sicily roasted at 44°C – turning streets into literal frying pans. 
, while Italy scrambles to import energy after hydropower plants dried up. 
\"This isn’t just summer – it’s climate change in HD,\" said Carlo Buontempo of the EU's climate agency.
Europe Heats Up Twice as Fast as Global Average:…
