Egypt is facing an intense heatwave with temperatures predicted to reach 106°F (41°C) this week, prompting warnings and heat alerts from local authorities. Very hot and humid weather continues to affect the nation, particularly impacting workers and economic activities. Prolonged blackouts have left several governorates in darkness as the demand for cooling rises. The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) has issued urgent tips for citizens to cope with the extreme conditions and anticipates that the worst is yet to come, expecting the peak heatwave within the next 48 hours.