Algeria is bracing for extreme heat as temperatures are forecast to reach 45°C in several northern regions. The National Meteorology Office (ONM) has issued an orange heatwave alert – its second-highest level – for multiple provinces, effective Saturday and Sunday, June 21st. The alert initially covers areas including Sidi Bel Abbes, Mascara, Relizane, and Chlef, with potential expansion to other wilayas. This marks the beginning of summer with unusually high temperatures across the country. Authorities are urging residents to take precautions against heatstroke and dehydration. The alert signals a period of potentially dangerous conditions for vulnerable populations. Further details regarding affected regions are expected to be released as the situation develops.