Italy’s Prisons Were Overcrowded. Then They Overheated.

As Italy grapples with a severe heatwave, its already overcrowded prisons have turned into sweltering prisons where inmates are forced to sleep on concrete floors, with guards also voicing their discomfort. The heat wave, pushing temperatures close to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, exacerbates the dire conditions, raising concerns about the welfare of both inmates and staff. This situation underscores the urgent need to address overcrowding and inadequate infrastructure in Italian prisons, highlighting broader issues of public health and safety during extreme weather events.