"Record-Breaking Heat Wave Sweeps Greece"

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"Record-Breaking Heat Wave Sweeps Greece"
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Greece is experiencing its longest heat wave on record, with temperatures forecasted to rise above 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) over the next few days. The country is also battling dozens of wildfires, prompting authorities to issue warnings and assistance from international firefighting teams. Meanwhile, the southern US is also facing a dangerous and record-breaking heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 41 degrees Celsius (105.8 degrees Fahrenheit). Scientists from NASA have warned that the heat is likely to worsen, with July expected to be the hottest month overall. In China, cities like Shanghai and Beijing are preparing for floods while other areas are being scorched by heat, threatening the country's freshwater supply.

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