Carinthia is a Heat Hotspot: Highest Alert Level Declared

Geosphere Austria has declared the highest heat warning level for parts of Carinthia for Thursday. The red warning applies to Klagenfurt and Villach, as well as the districts of Klagenfurt-Land, Völkermarkt, and Wolfsberg, according to a release.

Up to 38 degrees forecasted in Carinthia

In Klagenfurt, June 2025 is already the warmest month in the measurement series that has existed since 1813. A particular hotspot is the city of Ferlach in the Rosental: Here, the maximum values have consistently been over 30 degrees since June 18. And the trend continues for now in July. Both Wednesday and Thursday are expected to see maximum values of 35 to 38 degrees in Carinthia. In the south of Styria, Burgenland, as well as the east of Lower Austria and in Vienna, temperatures reach similar maximum values.

Highest alert level on Thursday

According to the Geosphere legend, the warning of the highest level means that "due to the current weather situation," there will be "disruptions to everyday life and/or damage on a larger scale." It is advised to follow the current weather forecasts and adhere to the instructions of civil protection.

(APA/Red)

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