Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:05pm on 30 Jun 2025,Monday Weather & Environment
Europe's blistering heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 46°C in Spain’s El Granado and 46.6°C in Portugal’s Mora, is now driving a surge in venomous sea creatures along Mediterranean coastlines. Marine experts report alarming rises in ocean temperatures—up to 30°C in shallow coastal waters—drawing Portuguese man o' war and venomous jellyfish closer to popular tourist beaches in Spain, Italy, and France. Red flags and closure warnings have been issued across several coastal areas. The extreme marine heat, intensified by prolonged air temperatures above 40°C across southern Europe, is reshaping marine ecosystems and increasing risks for swimmers and beachgoers during peak season. (PC: Daily Mail)
