The African heat, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees in central and southern Greece, led to the closure of the Acropolis of Athens between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. The decision was taken after a tourist visiting the well-known archaeological site in the morning felt ill. He suffered from the heat and was hospitalized, but his condition is not a cause for concern.
According to meteorologists, there are no signs that temperatures in Athens will drop to the usual 35 degrees in July. Greece has banned businesses from having delivery men out on the streets during the hottest hours for food deliveries and beyond, while officials have been advised to work from home if possible. In addition, cities and towns across the country have opened air-conditioned buildings to the public to allow citizens to escape the scorching heat.