It remains to be seen how many people lose their lives this summer. One study found that 61,000 people died in the heatwave across Europe last year alone. While heatwaves generally get less coverage than other natural disasters, they can be very deadly. Under the Package Travel Regulations, holidaymakers can cancel for a refund “if unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances occur at the place of destination or its immediate vicinity which significantly affect the performance of the package or the carriage of passengers to the destination”. Holidaymakers in Spain should stay hydrated, avoid the sun between 11am and 3pm and avoid exercise or other strenuous activities.Īs the official UK advice stops short of warning against travel to these Mediterranean countries impacted by the fierce Cerberus heatwave, holidaymakers have no automatic right to curtail, cancel or change planned trips. You should check with your travel provider before travelling and follow the advice of local authorities at all times.”Īccording to the NHS website, during a heatwave you should look out for signs of heat-related illness such as heat exhaustion or heatstroke. “For information on how to take care in the heat visit the NHS website or the website of the Spanish Ministry of Health (only available in Spanish). For severe weather warnings and updates, visit the Spanish Meteorological Office (AEMET) and European Meteorological Services website. The department said: “Extreme temperatures are currently affecting many areas of Spain. The Foreign Office has issued warnings of extreme temperatures for both Spain and Greece, where wildfires have been raging.
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