ItalyItaly is experiencing extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach between 33 and 34 degrees Celsius across the peninsula over the weekend, according to meteorologist Mattia Gussoni from iLMeteo.it. Thunderstorms are currently moving from the North to the Central and Southern regions, accompanied by strong winds in some areas, but clear skies are forecasted for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The African anticyclone is expected to bring higher temperatures. Additionally, Sardinia has seen 903 wildfires since the start of the year, slightly above the decade average of 778. These fires are attributed to a combination of high temperatures, dry vegetation, and increased human activity in rural areas. Efforts to combat the fires involve aerial resources such as helicopters and Canadair aircraft, along with ground teams including 1,500 personnel from Agenzia Forestas and over 250 firefighters. Meanwhile, the Po River basin is facing severe drought conditions, with low water levels affecting agriculture and causing saltwater intrusion up to 25 kilometers inland.
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