The health of the athletes could be at risk during the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris as the French capital could witness extreme heatwaves. Set to begin on 26 July 2024, it is reported that temperatures during the Paris Games could be more than 3 degree Celsius than the average, which could result in adverse effects on the health of athletes. European summer will be at its peak when the Olympic Games and the Paralympics Games take place in July and August.

<h2>Paris to break heat record?</h2>

The 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 virus outbreak), experienced the hottest games so far in history. However, according to a report by CBC, Paris could break that record as conditions will be hotter in Europe in July and August. Heat waves have been increasing in frequency and intensity in Paris. The "urban heat island effect," whereby urban areas tend to be warmer than rural areas, has only exacerbated the issue in the Paris region.

In 2019, Paris experienced its hottest summer with temperatures reaching 42 degrees Celsius. In recent years, the frequency of heatwaves has increased which has led to athletes re-thinking their participation in the Olympics. While there have been no particular cases of athletes withdrawing due to heatwaves, the authorities could be at a stretch as a huge number of international audiences will be in Paris for the Olympics.

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The report further adds that&nbsp;in 2023, France recorded more than 5000 deaths due to the scorching heat. If the trend continues this year, fans could turn their backs on the Paris Olympics as health safety will be the first preference.

The Tokyo Olympics had athletes vomiting and even fainting at the finish line with almost one in every 100 athletes suffering from a heat-related illness. The rise in not only temperatures but also in humidity adds to the risk of heat stroke.

Plans have been put forth by organisers to schedule outdoor events early morning or evening&nbsp;whenever possible.&nbsp;There are contingency plans in place to reschedule events depending on heat and humidity levels each day.

The health of the athletes could be at risk during the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris as the French capital could witness extreme heatwaves. Set to begin on 26 July 2024, it is reported that temperatures during the Paris Games could be more than 3 degree Celsius than the average, which could result in adverse effects on the health of athletes.

The health of the athletes could be at risk during the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris as the French capital could witness extreme heatwaves. Set to begin on 26 July 2024, it is reported that temperatures during the Paris Games could be more than 3 degree Celsius than the average, which could result in adverse effects on the health of athletes. European summer will be at its peak when the Olympic Games and the Paralympics Games take place in July and August. Paris to break heat record? The 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 virus outbreak), experienced the hottest games so far in history. However, according to a report by CBC, Paris could break that record as conditions will be hotter in Europe in July and August. Heat waves have been increasing in frequency and intensity in Paris. The "urban heat island effect," whereby urban areas tend to be warmer than rural areas, has only exacerbated the issue in the Paris region. In 2019, Paris experienced its hottest summer with temperatures reaching 42 degrees Celsius. In recent years, the frequency of heatwaves has increased which has led to athletes re-thinking their participation in the Olympics. While there have been no particular cases of athletes withdrawing due to heatwaves, the authorities could be at a stretch as a huge number of international audiences will be in Paris for the Olympics. ALSO READ | New Zealand's Kane Williamson steps down from captaincy role after early exit in T20 World Cup The report further adds that in 2023, France recorded more than 5000 deaths due to the scorching heat. If the trend continues this year, fans could turn their backs on the Paris Olympics as health safety will be the first preference. The Tokyo Olympics had athletes vomiting and even fainting at the finish line with almost one in every 100 athletes suffering from a heat-related illness. The rise in not only temperatures but also in humidity adds to the risk of heat stroke. Plans have been put forth by organisers to schedule outdoor events early morning or evening whenever possible. There are contingency plans in place to reschedule events depending on heat and humidity levels each day.

Olympics 2024: Athletes at risk as Paris likely to experience record-breaking heat during Summer Games

Scorching heat claimed the lives of at least 550 Hajj pilgrims in Mecca. Visitors have died during the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca as temperature rose to 51.8 degrees Celcius. Over 323 of the dead were Egyptians, most of whom perished due to heat-related illness.

Hajj 2024: At least 550 pilgrims die amid scorching heat

The intense heat also continues to persist into the week as a relentless heat Dome envelopes the United States. Keep watching WION to know more!

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China's National Meteorological Centre on Sunday issued an alert for high temperatures as multiple regions across the country experience sweltering heat, while many southern provinces issued severe flood warnings due to heavy rains.

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India's national capital, New Delhi has been witnessing intense heat waves for some days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has now issued an ‘Orange’ alert for the city. Watch in for more details!

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China is being buffeted by two weather extremes, with heavy rain and flooding forcing the evacuation of tens of thousands of people in the south and a heat wave prompting fears of a drought for farmers in the north.

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19 Muslim pilgrims have died from intense heat during Haj in Saudi Arabia. Of the deceased pilgrims, 14 are from Jordan and five are from Iran, according to reports. Watch in for more details!

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Delhi recorded a temperature of 52.9°C on Wednesday afternoon it's the highest ever in India. But now the country's MeT department is investigating the temperature sensor readings from Delhi. Watch this video for all the details.

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Tourists worldwide are disappointed as Greek authorities closed the famous Acropolis archaeological site in Athens due to soaring temperatures. The decision was made as the temperatures were expected to reach a scorching 39° C in the Greek Capital.

Greece: Athens Acropolis closes due to heatwave

At least eight people have died of suspected heat stroke in India’s eastern state of Odisha in the last three days. A total of 159 suspected heat-related deaths have been reported in Odisha this summer.

Mercury crosses 45°c mark in north India

The Athens Acropolis, Greece's most visited tourist site, will close to the public during the hottest hours of Wednesday as a heatwave bakes the country, the culture ministry said.

The ministry said the UNESCO-listed archaeological site would close from midday to 5:00 pm (0900 to 1400 GMT), with temperatures expected to reach 43 degrees Celsius (109 degrees Fahrenheit) on Wednesday and Thursday.

The first heatwave of the year in Greece, regularly hit by searing summer temperatures, is due to peak over those two days, and the ministry said the measure could be extended.

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The climate crisis and civil protection ministry has warned of a very high risk of fires in the Attica region that surrounds Athens.

Schools will remain closed in several regions of the country on Wednesday and Thursday, including in the capital, while the work ministry has advised public sector employees to work from home.

The Acropolis was also forced to close in July last year during a two-week heatwave unprecedented in its duration.

A record number of almost four million visitors flocked to the site last year, with its popularity boosted in part due to tourists arriving on cruise ships calling in at the port of Piraeus near Athens.

The Athens Acropolis, Greece's most visited tourist site, will close to the public during the hottest hours of Wednesday as a heatwave bakes the country, the culture ministry said.

The Athens Acropolis, Greece's most visited tourist site, will close to the public during the hottest hours of Wednesday as a heatwave bakes the country, the culture ministry said. The ministry said the UNESCO-listed archaeological site would close from midday to 5:00 pm (0900 to 1400 GMT), with temperatures expected to reach 43 degrees Celsius (109 degrees Fahrenheit) on Wednesday and Thursday. The first heatwave of the year in Greece, regularly hit by searing summer temperatures, is due to peak over those two days, and the ministry said the measure could be extended. Also Read: Archaeologists uncover Alexander the Great’s bathroom in Greece The climate crisis and civil protection ministry has warned of a very high risk of fires in the Attica region that surrounds Athens. Schools will remain closed in several regions of the country on Wednesday and Thursday, including in the capital, while the work ministry has advised public sector employees to work from home. The Acropolis was also forced to close in July last year during a two-week heatwave unprecedented in its duration. A record number of almost four million visitors flocked to the site last year, with its popularity boosted in part due to tourists arriving on cruise ships calling in at the port of Piraeus near Athens.

Athens Acropolis to partially close Wednesday amid heatwave

As Mexico's Heat Wave and drought continues animals and birds suffer from heat stroke, dehydration and malnutrition. Rescue groups and wildlife parks have set up air conditioned rooms for the affected animals. Watch in for more details!

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China's National Meteorological Center issued an orange alert for record-breaking high temperatures in the northern provinces. This comes after the region experienced fourth consecutive day of a continuous heat wave.

China warns of record-breaking heatwave

The Indian capital is in the grip of yet another heatwave says the Indian met office. There are warnings of the maximum temperature touching 47 degrees celsius in the coming days. There's an orange alert in place - starting today to Thursday.

India: Orange alert in Delhi today

The tourist inflows have picked up in the Kashmir Valley after the region respired from the heat wave over the last few days. The majority of the hotels and houseboats are fully booked for the season.

India: Tourists flocking to Kashmir Valley after heatwave peaks

Eleven people were hospitalised for heat exhaustion during a Trump rally held on Thursday (June 6) amid high temperatures in Phoenix.

Several people waiting outside the Phoenix Chruch, where the event was organised, reportedly fainted from the heat, according to ABC News.

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Firefighters were seen treating people with ice packs&nbsp;and 11 people being taken to the hospital. Their conditions were not immediately known.

The National Weather Service had predicted record-breaking temperatures in the region for Thursday. An excessive heat warning was administered for Phoenix through Friday (June 7), with residents being urged to limit outdoor activities.

Donald Trump, who has repetitively downplayed the impact of climate change, spoke for around 90 minutes at the rally before leaving to attend a fundraiser in San Francisco.

<h2>Heatwave sweeps California, Arizona and beyond</h2>

An early-season heatwave is causing life-threatening temperatures for 30 million people from Texas to California. The hottest temperature in the US on Wednesday (June 5) was recorded in Death Valley, California, where it reached a scorching 118 degrees.

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On Thursday (June 6), temperatures are expected to touch 112 degrees in Las Vegas, 111 degrees in Phoenix, 110 degrees in Palm Springs, and 107 degrees in Tucson, Arizona, as well as Fresno, California.

Meanwhile, record highs are possible in cities like Las Vegas, Phoenix, Tucson and Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Doctors advise to take excessive heat warnings seriously. Each year in US, hundreds die due to excessive heat, according to CDC WONDER, an online database, and scientists caution that the actual number of heat-related deaths is likely&nbsp;higher.

(With inputs from agencies)

Eleven people were hospitalised for heat exhaustion during a Trump rally held on Thursday (June 6) amid high temperatures in Phoenix. Several people waiting outside the Phoenix Chruch, where the event was organised, reportedly fainted from the heat, according to ABC News.

Eleven people were hospitalised for heat exhaustion during a Trump rally held on Thursday (June 6) amid high temperatures in Phoenix. Several people waiting outside the Phoenix Chruch, where the event was organised, reportedly fainted from the heat, according to ABC News. Also read: Trump vows to reverse 'crooked Joe's outrageous executive' border order Firefighters were seen treating people with ice packs and 11 people being taken to the hospital. Their conditions were not immediately known. The National Weather Service had predicted record-breaking temperatures in the region for Thursday. An excessive heat warning was administered for Phoenix through Friday (June 7), with residents being urged to limit outdoor activities. Donald Trump, who has repetitively downplayed the impact of climate change, spoke for around 90 minutes at the rally before leaving to attend a fundraiser in San Francisco. Heatwave sweeps California, Arizona and beyond An early-season heatwave is causing life-threatening temperatures for 30 million people from Texas to California. The hottest temperature in the US on Wednesday (June 5) was recorded in Death Valley, California, where it reached a scorching 118 degrees. Also read: Four dead bodies and 11 tonnes of rubbish removed from Himalayan peaks On Thursday (June 6), temperatures are expected to touch 112 degrees in Las Vegas, 111 degrees in Phoenix, 110 degrees in Palm Springs, and 107 degrees in Tucson, Arizona, as well as Fresno, California. Meanwhile, record highs are possible in cities like Las Vegas, Phoenix, Tucson and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Doctors advise to take excessive heat warnings seriously. Each year in US, hundreds die due to excessive heat, according to CDC WONDER, an online database, and scientists caution that the actual number of heat-related deaths is likely higher. (With inputs from agencies)

11 hospitalised for heat exhaustion at Trump rally in Arizona

#Gravitas | At least 32 wild monkeys have drowned in a well in Jharkhand out of desperation for water. Some reports are putting the figure at 40. As many as 100 people across India are suspected to have died due to heatwave.

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In the United States (US), the Southwest region has been hit with the season's first heatwave. Firefighters in Phoenix- which is among the hottest cities in the country- are immersing heatstroke victims in ice on the way to hospitals.

In the United States (US), the Southwest region has been hit with the season's first heatwave. Firefighters in Phoenix- which is among the hottest cities in the country- are immersing heatstroke victims in ice on the way to hospitals. In 2023, there were 645 heat-related deaths in Arizona's Maricopa County which also includes Phoenix. Speaking to the news agency Associated Press on Wednesday (June 5), Fire Captain John Prato from the Phoenix Fire Department said that the medical technique, known as cold water immersion, is familiar to marathon runners and military service members and has also recently been adopted by Phoenix hospitals as a go-to protocol. A dramatic fall in body temperature in minutes Earlier this week, Fire Captain Prato demonstrated the method outside the emergency department of Valleywise Health Medical Center, packing ice cubes inside an impermeable blue bag around a medical dummy representing a patient. Also read | Deaths due to heat at all-time high; heatwaves in Europe linked to 30% increase in fatalities Prato said that this technique could dramatically lower body temperature in minutes. "Just last week we had a critical patient that we were able to bring back before we walked through the emergency room doors. That’s our goal — to improve patient survivability," he added. The Associated Press reported that the heatstroke treatment has made ice and human-sized immersion bags standard equipment on all fire department emergency vehicles in the city. Also watch | WION Climate Tracker: Heatwave warnings hit Western US × For the first time, Phoenix is also keeping two cooling stations open overnight this summer. Excessive heat warnings issued Authorities issued excessive heat warnings for Wednesday morning through Friday evening for parts of southern Nevada and Arizona, with temperatures expected to top 43.3 Celsius in Las Vegas and Phoenix. The unseasonably hot weather was expected to spread northward and make its way into parts of the Pacific Northwest by the weekend. (With inputs from agencies)

This American city is using ice immersion to treat heat stroke victims

A dangerous heatwave is building over parts of the western united states, with forecasters warning of sky-rocketing temperatures in an early taste of a possibly brutal summer for the region.

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The unprecedented heatwave in India has claimed dozens of lives in the past 24 hours. With this, the death toll due to heatwaves across the country has reached 150.

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Delhi recorded a temperature of 52.9°C on Wednesday afternoon it's the highest ever in India. There have been 61 suspected heatstroke deaths in Inda since March out of which 22 were poll officials. Watch this video for all the details.

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Human-driven climate change has caused some of the fiercest weather extremes across South Asia over the past couple of weeks. From a brutal heatwave in New Delhi and northwest India hitting record peaks, to cyclonic rainfall over eastern India and Bangladesh. It's been quite a roller coaster ride. Bhairavi Singh brings you the details.

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India's national capital Delhi sweltered amid intense heatwave conditions on Friday (May 31) and occupied the top three hottest places in the country.

Mungeshpur emerged as the hottest place in the country after recording 49.6 degrees Celsius which was followed by Narela where temperature soared to 49.4 degrees Celsius and west Delhi's Najafgarh which recorded 49.2 degrees Celsius.

Meanwhile, Sirsa district of Haryana emerged as the fourth hottest place in the country at 48.8 degrees Celsius. After this, Delhi's Jafarpur and Pusa emerged as the fifth hottest, recording 48.3 degrees Celsius.

New Delhi's base station Safdarjung recorded a maximum temperature of 45.8 degrees Celsius, which was six notches above normal, in comparison to 45.6 degrees Celsius recorded a day earlier.&nbsp;

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The minimum temperature remained at 29 degrees Celsius which was two notches below normal. A day earlier, the minimum temperature was 30.4 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;

The humidity remained between 13 per cent and 59 per cent while the heat index or 'feel-like' temperature remained at 44 degrees Celsius, which was the same as the previous day.

The national capital has been battling scorching and severe heatwaves for seven straight days now. Friday marked the heatwave's sixth consecutive day as the city base station in Safdarjung matched a May 2013 record.&nbsp;

The year's highest and its second highest temperature were recorded by the station on Wednesday (May 29) at 46.8 degrees Celsius.

<h2>Sensor goof up in Mungeshpur temperature, says IMD</h2>

The automatic weather station at Mungeshpur earlier this week recorded 52.9 degrees Celsius which the IMD later confirmed was a sensor's error. The same area had earlier recorded 49.9 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;India swelters under extreme heatwave; experts warn of 'heat risks'

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According to the weather department, an incumbent western disturbance is likely to change weather from late Friday night (May 31) or Saturday (June 1). This has increased the possibility of some quick respite in temperature after a thunderstorm or very light rain.

The department had also issued a yellow alert for heatwaves in some isolated areas.

"There are chances of a drop in the daytime temperatures. However, some areas will still suffer heatwaves. Chances are the humidity will rise, which might increase the discomfort level during the daytime," an official at IMD stated.&nbsp;

The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to range between around 44 degrees Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius at Safdarjung on Saturday (June 1).

(With inputs from agencies)

India's national capital Delhi sweltered amid intense heatwave conditions on Friday (May 31) and occupied the top three hottest places in the country. Mungeshpur emerged as the hottest place in the country after recording 49.

India's national capital Delhi sweltered amid intense heatwave conditions on Friday (May 31) and occupied the top three hottest places in the country. Mungeshpur emerged as the hottest place in the country after recording 49.6 degrees Celsius which was followed by Narela where temperature soared to 49.4 degrees Celsius and west Delhi's Najafgarh which recorded 49.2 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, Sirsa district of Haryana emerged as the fourth hottest place in the country at 48.8 degrees Celsius. After this, Delhi's Jafarpur and Pusa emerged as the fifth hottest, recording 48.3 degrees Celsius. New Delhi's base station Safdarjung recorded a maximum temperature of 45.8 degrees Celsius, which was six notches above normal, in comparison to 45.6 degrees Celsius recorded a day earlier. Also Read: As temperatures soar, India is seeing urban heat islands, hit to its economy: What's the way out? The minimum temperature remained at 29 degrees Celsius which was two notches below normal. A day earlier, the minimum temperature was 30.4 degrees Celsius. The humidity remained between 13 per cent and 59 per cent while the heat index or 'feel-like' temperature remained at 44 degrees Celsius, which was the same as the previous day. The national capital has been battling scorching and severe heatwaves for seven straight days now. Friday marked the heatwave's sixth consecutive day as the city base station in Safdarjung matched a May 2013 record. The year's highest and its second highest temperature were recorded by the station on Wednesday (May 29) at 46.8 degrees Celsius. Sensor goof up in Mungeshpur temperature, says IMD The automatic weather station at Mungeshpur earlier this week recorded 52.9 degrees Celsius which the IMD later confirmed was a sensor's error. The same area had earlier recorded 49.9 degrees Celsius. Watch: India swelters under extreme heatwave; experts warn of 'heat risks' According to the weather department, an incumbent western disturbance is likely to change weather from late Friday night (May 31) or Saturday (June 1). This has increased the possibility of some quick respite in temperature after a thunderstorm or very light rain. The department had also issued a yellow alert for heatwaves in some isolated areas. "There are chances of a drop in the daytime temperatures. However, some areas will still suffer heatwaves. Chances are the humidity will rise, which might increase the discomfort level during the daytime," an official at IMD stated. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to range between around 44 degrees Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius at Safdarjung on Saturday (June 1). (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi, sweltering in intense heatwave, was home to top 3 hottest places in India on Friday

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