Hot African Air Arrives in Croatia: An Alarm for the Entire Country, One Phenomenon Could Cause Problems

Croatia is on high alert as a powerful heatwave, fueled by hot African air, is set to sweep across the country. The Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ) has issued a red warning, the highest level, for the Dubrovnik region on Saturday, signaling a significant threat to public health.

This incoming heatwave is expected to bring not only scorching temperatures, potentially reaching up to 43°C in some areas, but also a considerable amount of African sand. This atmospheric dust could lead to hazy skies and create oppressive, muggy conditions, exacerbating the discomfort and health risks associated with the extreme heat.

Meteorologists are particularly concerned about the prospect of "tropical nights," where temperatures fail to drop significantly overnight. Such conditions prevent the body from recovering, increasing the risk of heat stress, especially for vulnerable populations like the elderly, children, and those with chronic illnesses. The DHMZ notes that the combination of prolonged heat and high temperatures poses a severe danger.

While the heat is expected to slightly ease over the weekend, particularly in continental areas, the summer's intensity is far from over. This phenomenon is attributed to a stable, blocking high-pressure system lingering over the central Mediterranean and southern Europe, trapping the hot air. The DHMZ's warning underscores the severity of the situation, urging preparedness for potentially dangerous conditions.

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The temperature will exceed critical values, and there is a great danger, or a red warning.