An elderly resident, Kenneth, 85, who lived through the record heat of 1947, has observed unusual behavior in a moose, nicknamed Finn, due to the current heatwave. Finn has been spending extended periods submerged in water, mimicking the behavior typically associated with hippopotamuses. This behavior is likely a response to the high temperatures, as moose generally prefer cooler environments. Experts suggest the moose is attempting to regulate its body temperature by staying immersed in water. The observation highlights the impact of increasingly frequent heatwaves on Swedish wildlife. Kenneth’s recollection of the 1947 heatwave provides historical context to the current situation, suggesting such extreme temperatures are not unprecedented but are becoming more common.