Greece's heatwave hits tourism and agriculture as climate change bites

Greece is grappling with its first major heatwave of the year, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius. The effects of climate change are taking a toll on the country's economy, particularly in the agricultural sector. Farmers are facing increased costs for irrigation and reduced productivity due to extreme heat, leading to widespread land abandonment. The iconic Acropolis in Athens has been forced to close during peak afternoon hours, impacting tourism.
A study by Greece's central bank paints a grim picture for the future, projecting that 40 percent of the country could become unsuitable for agriculture by the end of the century, with an additional 50 days of heatwaves each year. As temperatures are forecast to rise by up to five degrees Celsius this century, the impact is expected to extend far beyond farming.

Al Jazeera's John Psaropoulos reports from Megara, Greece.

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