Spain Braces for Scorching 44C Temperatures, Urgent Holiday Warning Issued

Spain is facing a "red alert" as temperatures are expected to soar to 44C in tourist hotspots like Valencia and Alicante. The country's weather service has issued an "extreme risk" warning, advising tourists to stay hydrated, avoid caffeine and alcohol, reduce physical activity during the hottest hours, wear light clothing, and store medication in a cool place. Health officials recommend seeking medical help if experiencing symptoms related to hot weather for more than an hour. The heatwave is part of a global climate fluctuation caused by the El Niño phenomenon, but Europe's record temperature of 48.8C is not expected to be broken this year.