Portugal's government on Friday declared an eight-day state of alert due to a heightened risk of wildfires, as the drought-stricken country prepares for a heat wave packing temperatures as high as 43 degrees Celsius (109 degrees Fahrenheit).
The torrid weather brings with it “a significant worsening of the wildfire risk” through July 15, a joint statement from five government departments said.
Heat waves and droughts also aren't uncommon in Portugal, but climate scientists say all of southern Europe can expect higher temperatures and lower rainfall as a consequence of global warming. In Spain, temperatures are forecast to climb to 42 degrees Celsius over the weekend in some areas along the border with Portugal.
While Portugal's emergency restrictions are in effect, police and forest rangers will be on permanent standby and will conduct regular patrols.
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