Madrid’s summer heat is more than just a sunburn – it’s a full-blown economic challenge. Extreme temperatures are turning the city into a giant oven where tourists are staying indoors, and those who rely on outdoor work are feeling the squeeze.
Freddy Molina, a Colombian immigrant without proper work documents, faces this reality every day. Wearing a giant gorilla costume, he entertains passersby in the blistering Madrid heat. "If it’s 40 degrees outside, it’s 45 or 46 inside the gorilla," he shared. Freddy’s words highlight the harsh conditions: dehydration, headaches, nausea, and very little income even after hours of work.
With tourists avoiding the scorching streets, the everyday struggle of street performers like Freddy paints a vivid picture of how climate challenges can hit a local economy hard. His experience reminds us that behind every headline, there are real people fighting for their livelihoods in the face of extreme heat. ☀️🥵
This story is a call to pay attention not only to record temperatures but also to the economic and human impacts they inflict. Even as we enjoy the summer vibes, many are battling against the heat in ways that are tough to imagine. Stay cool, and let’s look toward innovative solutions that can ease these challenges in our ever-warming world.
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