Greece closes Acropolis and halts outdoor work amid scorching heatwave

Temperatures in Greece reached 40°C on Tuesday, July 8, in the second heatwave to grip the country this season. Authorities declared work stoppages across the country in addition to closing the 2,500-year-old Athens monument during the hottest afternoon hours.

Greece closes Acropolis and halts outdoor work amid scorching heatwave
Temperatures in Greece reached 40°C on Tuesday, July 8, in the second heatwave to grip the country this season. Authorities declared work stoppages across the country in addition to closing the 2,500-year-old Athens monument during the hottest afternoon hours.