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Blazing Heatwave Forces Closure of Greece's Acropolis

Greece sweltered under a brutal heatwave yesterday, mirroring the scorching conditions plaguing Southern Europe. Faced with these extreme temperatures, authorities took decisive action to protect public health. The Acropolis, Greece's most treasured landmark and a major tourist attraction, was closed for several hours. Meteorologists forecast the heatwave to linger for several days, with peak temperatures reaching a scorching 43 degrees Celsius (109 degrees Fahrenheit) on Wednesday and Thursday.