The ferocious heat that has ripped across parts of Europe is expected to ease off before heading over Malta this weekend when temperatures are expected to rise from the current 33°C to 35°C, according to the Meteorological Office. Europe is currently experiencing a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40°C in parts of Europe including Spain, Portugal and France. Meanwhile, the UK’s Met Office issued its most severe warning, with temperatures set to rise above 35°C in parts of England, including London, possibly hitting national records exceeding 40°C. Yet Malta has been experiencing relatively cooler temperatures of 33°C accompanied by a refreshing breeze. Many have questioned: Why has Malta been spared the heatwave? Is it just a matter of time before it hits us? According to a spokesperson from Malta’s Met Office, high temperatures being experienced by counties such as the UK and France are caused by high pressure situated over the east of Europe, which has generated southerly winds from Morocco, blowing up to the British Isles. This flow has brought high temperatures from the northern regions of the African continent over the West of Europe. “At the moment, the...