Spain sizzles as a relentless heatwave bakes the nation, pushing temperatures to peak levels usually reserved for July — and it’s not letting up until Friday.
Seville’s Scorching Hotspot
The Guadalquivir Valley near Seville is feeling the burn the most. A sizzling, dry air mass blasting in from North Africa has turned up the heat and dried up the land, sparking major drought worries.
Farmers on the Brink as Water Runs Low
Nearly 30% of Spain is now under drought “emergency” or “alert.” Water reserves have plunged to just 50% nationwide, pushing farmers to the edge. So bad, the Spanish government has slammed the EU for emergency funds to help struggling farmers stay afloat.
