The Czech Republic is experiencing its second heatwave of 2023, with temperatures exceeding 40°C and record highs broken at the end of June. Climate scientist Aleš Farda from the Global Change Research Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences confirmed the heatwaves are consistent with climate change. He was commenting for Novinky on the link between these extreme temperatures and the increased risk of wildfires. The recent heat has twice surpassed the country’s historical record for the highest daily temperature. This year's events reinforce the growing concern over rising global temperatures and their impact on regional weather patterns. Farda’s assessment highlights the need for continued climate research and mitigation strategies.