Record-Breaking Heat Wave Sparks Wildfires Across Mediterranean, Evacuations and Arrest Made

The heat wave has caused strong winds and high temperatures, making it difficult for firefighters to contain the blazes.

In Greece, three towns and a summer camp with over 900 children have been evacuated, and a man has been arrested on suspicion of arson.

The fires have destroyed several buildings and burned through thousands of hectares of land.

In Spain, a fire on the island of La Palma has caused 20 buildings to be burned, with over 3,500 hectares of land scorched.

The heat wave has also reached Italy, where temperatures are expected to reach historic highs in the coming days.

The Acropolis in Athens has closed for a third day due to the heat.

Police are investigating the cause of a fire that broke out at Catania airport in Italy, which has led to the suspension of all flights until Wednesday.