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Europe heatwave bypasses Turkey: Critical lessons for July and August

Europe heatwave bypasses Turkey: Critical lessons for July and August

Europe is sounding the red alert at 40 degrees, but here in Turkey, we don’t make such a fuss about temperatures of 46–47 degrees. Is all of this exaggerated?

Turkey hits record electricity use after hottest July in 55 years

Turkey hits record electricity use after hottest July in 55 years

The primary reason for the increased electricty consumption was air conditioning use, according to a new report.

Heatwave pushes temperatures above 40°C in 24 provinces

Heatwave pushes temperatures above 40°C in 24 provinces

The highest temperature recorded yesterday was 45.9°C.

Ayşenur Geyyas

Long power outages disrupt daily life in Antep amid summer heat

Long power outages disrupt daily life in Antep amid summer heat

An expert from the Chamber of Electrical Engineers says distribution companies must take measures to tackle overloads.

11 August 2025 Ayşenur Geyyas

Turkey records all-time high temperature in July heatwave

Turkey records all-time high temperature in July heatwave

The most extreme temperatures were recorded in the Eastern and Southeastern Anatolia regions.

Temperatures to further rise amid ongoing heatwave

Temperatures to further rise amid ongoing heatwave

The heatwave is expected to peak early in the week, with temperatures reaching 40 degrees across the country.

In photos: Turkey experiences hottest day of year

In photos: Turkey experiences hottest day of year

Temperatures exceeded 35 degrees Celsius in 50 provinces across the country.

Heatwave to persist across much of Turkey for another week

Heatwave to persist across much of Turkey for another week

An expert has warned the public to stay indoors between 12-4pm.

Turkey sees record-breaking electricity, water consumption amid heatwave

Turkey sees record-breaking electricity, water consumption amid heatwave

On Saturday, the country witnessed a new daily high with electricity consumption and İstanbul saw a record-high water usage.