Forecasters warn of extremely high temperatures and storms

Forecasters have warmed of extremely high temperatures throughout the Czech Republic between now and Thursday. They say we can expect highs up to 36 degrees Celsius, coupled with hail and rain storms in the coming days. People have been told to restrict strenuous activities in the afternoons, avoid direct sunlight and make sure they consume sufficient quantities of liquids. Tens of Czech weather stations saw new temperature records on Monday.