Number of heat stroke victims in Catalonia up to 23
High temperatures in first half of August cause deaths of 13 men and 10 women
High temperatures in first half of August cause deaths of 13 men and 10 women
Victims include two men and three women, aged between 52 and 81
Maximum temperatures reached up to 40°C in five days alert was in place
Civil Protection service issues an alarm for heatwave and recommends walking in shade, using umbrellas on the beach and drinking lots of water