Algeria hit by scorching heatwave
STORY: Algeria hit by scorching heatwave
DATELINE: Aug. 15, 2022
LENGTH: 00:02:38
LOCATION: Algiers
CATEGORY: SOCIETY
SHOTLIST:
1. various of people taking a rest at public squares in downtown Algiers
2. various of people walking in the streets of Algiers
3. various of people swimming in Kettani beach in downtown Algiers
STORYLINE:
Algeria is witnessing a severe heatwave with temperatures reaching 46 degrees Celsius in some regions.
In the capital Algiers, the temperature hit 42 degrees Celsius with high humidity. People rushed to nearby beaches to get refreshed.
Health authorities urged elderly people to stay home, wear light clothes and drink lots of water.
The Ministry of Agriculture has taken precautions against wildfires and citizens are urged to report any potential fire.
Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Algiers.
(XHTV)
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