Deadly Toll in Greece as Heat Waves Sweep the Country

Heat Wave Tragedy in Greece:

Deadly heat waves sweeping Greece have resulted in multiple fatalities and disappearances among tourists. 

Recent Discoveries:

Authorities recovered a body on Samos, adding to the toll from extreme temperatures. A Dutch hiker remains missing on the island.

Victims Identified:

Among the missing are Albert Calibet, a dual citizen of France and the US, and two Frenchwomen on Sikinos. Tragic incidents like these have underscored.

Challenges Amidst Intense Heat:

reece has endured consecutive heat waves with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit  prompting warnings.

Search Efforts Intensify:

Local officials and rescue teams have deployed helicopters, drones, and coast guard vessels in search operations across affected regions.

Impact on Ancient Sites:

In response to the extreme weather, Greece's Culture Ministry has adjusted visiting hours at historical sites like the Acropolis.