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Türkiye Faces Record Heatwave: 50.5°C and Wildfires

7/27/2025

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Türkiye is sweltering under an unprecedented heatwave, with Silopi, Sirnak hitting a staggering 50.5°C—the hottest temperature recorded in Europe. As 31 provinces grapple with temperatures soaring 6-12°C above normal, officials urge residents to seek refuge indoors during the blistering peak hours. The crisis is exacerbated by wildfires and soaring electricity demands, heightening the urgency of the situation.

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Türkiye is sweltering under an unprecedented heatwave, with Silopi, Sirnak hitting a staggering 50.5°C—the hottest temperature recorded in Europe. As 31 provinces grapple with temperatures soaring 6-12°C above normal, officials urge residents to seek refuge indoors during the blistering peak hours. The crisis is exacerbated by wildfires and soaring electricity demands, heightening the urgency of the situation.