A heat wave is hitting central and eastern Europe, with record temperatures in Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Denmark. Denmark saw its hottest day since 1874, reaching 37 degrees Celsius (98.6 Fahrenheit). In Germany, the Autobahn suffered damage due to the heat and travel warnings were issued. The Czech Republic recorded its hottest day ever. In France, hospitals are under pressure, and events have been postponed. The U.K. is seeing a slight temperature drop after record highs, while Italy remains on red alert. Experts link the heat wave to climate change, emphasizing the need for urgent action.
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ANGURUWATOTA, Sri Lanka (AP) — Over a dozen people were killed in a fire at a nursing home for people with mental health conditions in western…
A fire at an unregistered nursing home in western Sri Lanka has killed 12 residents and injured eight others. Police say the fire started late Wednesday at the home in Anguruwatota town. Fifty-one residents were rescued, including people with mental illnesses. The director of the home has been arrested on suspicion of causing deaths through negligence. An investigation is underway. The facility was overcrowded, housing 71 people in a space meant for about 15. Officials had previously warned the management to follow laws and guidelines, but the home remained unregistered.
A fire at a nursing home in Sri Lanka has killed 12 people, police say.
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