Italy declares red heatwave alert in 15 cities

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June 23, 2026

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ROME, Italy (AFP) — Italy’s health ministry declared a red heatwave alert in 15 cities including Milan and Rome on Tuesday, advising people to stay indoors in the hottest parts of the day.

The number of red alerts in cities will rise to 16 on Wednesday and 17 on Thursday, the ministry said.

During a red alert — the highest level on the scale — the ministry advises people to eat light and sprinkle themselves with cool water.

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