AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHeatwave Toll in Europe: A record-breaking heatwave has killed at least 18 people in France, including two children left in a hot car, as temperatures surged to 41.9°C in Bordeaux and 41.2°C in Poitiers; officials also warned of a spike in drownings as people sought relief in water. Heat Safety Warnings: Ireland issued a high-temperature warning and urged heat-stress precautions and extra checks on vulnerable people, while the “Omega block” pattern—hot air drawn from North Africa—keeps conditions intense. Invasive Species Alert (Cyprus/Greece): Cyprus fisheries say the invasive silver-cheeked toadfish/pufferfish (Lagocephalus sceleratus) poses no threat to swimmers unless consumed, urging calm after social media fears. Energy Infrastructure (Cyprus-Greece): Cyprus’ energy minister says the Cyprus-Greece interconnector (GSI) remains a priority and is under review with updated cost data expected later this year. Wildfire Response (Greece): Greek authorities deployed firefighters, planes and helicopters to battle a major wildfire on Evia.
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