Meteorologists issue heat warning

Meteorologists have warned the public about an approaching heatwave in the coming days when temperatures are expected to hit 39 degrees Celsius at the start of next week. The rest of this week should see temperatures in the 30s and as high as 32 on Sunday. Night temperatures will not drop below 20 degrees Celsius.

People are being advised to stay out of the sun, avoid physical exertion and increase the intake of liquids. The ill and elderly are particularly at risk of overheating and dehydration, the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute warned.