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Mandatory pause of outdoor work from 13:00 to 17:00 on Wednesday due to heatwave

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A mandatory halt to outdoor work will be in effect on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Attica and three other regions due to a heatwave.
The measure was announced by the Ministry of Labor to protect workers from heat exhaustion amid predictions of extremely high temperatures.
The prohibition will apply to the private sector but will exclude activities related to critical social infrastructure in health, transportation, and public utilities.
Employers are required to implement necessary technical and organizational measures to ensure the safety of their employees during this period.
Temperatures in some areas are expected to reach as high as 43 degrees Celsius, raising concerns over fire risks.

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A mandatory suspension of outdoor work activities will take place on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM in the region of Attica and three other designated regions in Greece due to extreme heat conditions. The decision was announced by the Ministry of Labor through a circular aimed at protecting workers from heat-related exhaustion.

Employers are required to take necessary technical and organizational measures to ensure the safety of their employees during this heatwave, which is expected to bring temperatures reaching up to 43 degrees Celsius in certain areas. While most outdoor work will be halted during this time, exceptions have been made for activities related to critical social infrastructure in sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and public utilities.

The precautionary measures underscore the ongoing concern over the risk of wildfires, as high temperatures heighten the potential for fire outbreaks in several regions. Local authorities are on alert to respond to any incidents arising from the heatwave conditions.

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