Croatia
Croatia Sizzles at 40°C: First Time This Summer
The Osijek-aerodrom station recorded exactly 40 degrees on Thursday. The heatwave shows no signs of letting up, but meteorologists forecast a change as early as Friday.
World
Extreme Heat Creates an €800 Billion Hole
France, Germany, and Italy are hardest hit, while agriculture and construction see productivity drops at temperatures above 30°C.
Croatia
Heatwave: How to Protect Your Health During High Temperatures
High temperatures can lead to serious health complications, with vulnerable groups particularly at risk. Timely response and adherence to recommendations are key to safety.
Weather
Inland Awaits Relief with Showers
While the mainland is forecast to see a break from the heat and local storms, the coast continues to endure unbearable heat and warm nights.
Croatia
Up to 40 °C by Thursday, Then a Shift Arrives
The peak of the heatwave is expected on Thursday, followed by a brief cooldown, but the heat along the Adriatic shows no signs of letting up.
Croatia
Ghost Towns in Hellish 40 Degrees: Empty Streets from Rijeka to Osijek
Health
Doctor Recommends Salty Fries in the Heat
Croatia
At 37 Degrees, They Set the Stage for the City's Biggest Spectacle
Health
Heatstroke Lurks in Apartments Too
Croatia
Croatian Railways Announces Train Delays Due to Heat
Due to extreme temperatures causing rail expansion, HŽ Infrastructure is intensifying track inspections and introducing temporary speed restrictions, which will affect service regularity.
Health
Cardiologist Warns: This Is What Happens to Your Blood Pressure in the Heat
Prolonged exposure to high summer temperatures can seriously strain the heart and cardiovascular system, and the risk of death from cardiovascular disease rises with each degree.
Health
Do Your Legs Swell in Extreme Heat?
Mild ankle swelling in summer can be normal, but one-sided swelling, pain, and redness require immediate medical attention.
Local
Osijek Melts at 39 Degrees, Drava at 28.3
A red alert for the heatwave is in effect across Croatia, with relief expected on Friday, August 7, when temperatures are forecast to drop toward 30 degrees.
Local
Vukovar Sandbar: Sandy Island on the Danube Becomes the Ultimate Heatwave Escape
As the heatwave shows no signs of letting up, Vukovar residents are flocking to their river oasis. We checked out the atmosphere and how much you'll need for drinks and food.
Croatia
After the Peak of the Heat, Showers Arrive
Croatia is at the peak of a heat wave with temperatures reaching 40°C, but relief in the form of local showers and a slight drop in temperature is expected as early as Friday, August 7.
Croatia
Croatia Hit by Heatwave: Air Conditioners Drive Up Electricity Consumption
HOPS confirms electricity consumption is significantly above average but reassures citizens that supply is not at risk.
Health
Cardiologist Warns: Here's What Happens to Your Blood Pressure in the Heat
As we battle the heatwave, few consider the hidden danger to the heart and circulatory system. Dr. Nieca Goldberg reveals how extreme heat can lead to a dangerous drop in blood pressure and put extra strain on the heart.
Travel
Old Trick Cools the House Without Air Conditioning: Uses No Electricity and Helps Even Above 35 Degrees
As Croatia Faces Temperatures Up to 39 Degrees and a Red DHMZ Warning, Traditional Home Cooling Methods Are Gaining Importance Again
World
Tragedy in the Canaries: Parents Left 20-Month-Old Baby in a Hot Car, Child Dies
The boy was airlifted in critical condition from Fuerteventura to a hospital on Gran Canaria, but doctors could not save him. This is the third similar case in just a few weeks.
World
Fire Apocalypse: The World Battles Record Heat and Wildfires
As firefighters battle a blaze in Megara west of Athens for a third day and arrest arson suspects, South Korea records its highest temperature ever, and tens of thousands flee flames in Washington state.