Balkans | Personnel measures have been announced due to the extreme temperatures in Greece

The Greek Ministry of Labor advised against working, especially in the noon period, before the expected high temperatures.

And the ministry demanded, from today until Sunday, to slow down work or not to operate workers, especially for those working in heavy conditions, during the hours from 12.00 to 17.00 when the air temperature is high. Remote working is recommended whenever possible.

The Animal Protection Department of the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food also issued a circular regarding the protection of animals that work under difficult conditions, especially during the summer holidays.

The circular indicated that cargo animals such as donkeys, mules and horses are transported in the islands by subjecting them to difficult working conditions in high air temperatures and exposing them to high temperatures on board ships during the summer months.

In the country, where higher air temperatures are expected until Sunday, it was requested not to run these animals at 12.00-17.00 during the temperature period when the temperature was 35-39 degrees, and throughout the day if the temperature exceeded 39 degrees.

In particular, donkeys and mules serve as riding animals on many tourist islands such as Santorini.

According to data from the Meteorological Department, temperatures in the capital, Athens, are expected to reach 40 degrees on Thursday and 44 degrees on Saturday.

Citizens have been warned of the heat wave called “Cleon”, which will spread across the country.

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