Tourist Deaths and Disappearances Surge on Greek Islands During Record Heatwave
Multiple tourists found dead or missing as Greece experiences unprecedented early summer temperatures.
Overview
- A 55-year-old American tourist was found dead on Mathraki island after being reported missing last week.
- Authorities are searching for three other missing tourists: two French women on Sikinos and an American man on Amorgos.
- Recent victims include a 74-year-old Dutch tourist and British TV presenter Michael Mosley, both found dead after hiking in extreme heat.
- Greece is facing its earliest recorded heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Officials urge tourists to avoid hiking during peak heat hours and to stay informed about weather conditions.