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Extreme heat causes red alerts in Bologna and disrupts the SNCF rail network, prompting official responses.
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Updated Jun 22
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What happened
Extreme heat causes red alerts in Bologna and disrupts the SNCF rail network, prompting official responses.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A heatwave caused record temperatures above 40°C, leading to red alerts and infrastructure strain across France, Italy, and Germany.Sub-event
PM's office announces prefectural decrees as extreme heat impacts SNCF operations.1 source
- Government banned alcohol to preserve healthcare services in Italy following red alerts issued for cities including Bologna.Sub-event
Extreme heat affects tourist sites and religious institutions in Bologna, prompting a red alert.1 source
Heatwave leads to red alerts in Bologna and major rail service disruptions.1 source
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The entities involved
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Bologna
city and commune in Emilia-Romagna, Italy
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Jean Castex
Prime Minister of France from 2020 to 2022
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Europe
terrestrial continent located in north-western Eurasia