Italy & European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service

Italy: Italy has issued its highest heat alert for 16 cities, with temperatures expected to intensify. The heatwave has affected river levels, causing concerns for agriculture and leading to several drowning incidents.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: The European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service, represented by its deputy director Samantha Burgess, explained that the hot weather was due to a 'heat dome' of trapped air, providing meteorological context.

Italy: Italy, through the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change, contributes to global climate research and warnings regarding the impacts of El Ni , particularly on cyclone formation.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: The European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that daily sea surface temperatures in April inched toward near-record highs, reflecting the transition to El Ni , and noted marine heat waves breaking records.