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The ANWB is preparing for higher demand as extreme heat increases vehicle breakdowns. Traffic may also rise due to a public transport strike, while a code orange warning signals temperatures up to 36°C.

High temperatures are increasing pressure on workplaces, prompting calls for employers to act early and adapt working conditions. Experts warn that heat affects performance and safety, while sickness absence remains a concern.

A code orange heat warning is in effect in parts of the Netherlands from Wednesday, as temperatures are set to rise above 34°C. The alert could last several days and already sets a new annual record.

Demand for air conditioners has jumped as the Netherlands experiences tropical temperatures. Installers report a sharp rise in requests, and the number of systems in Dutch homes continues to grow. By year-end, up to 2.5 million units are expected to be in place nationwide.

A technical malfunction has brought air traffic at Eindhoven Airport to a standstill. Several flights have diverted to Rotterdam, while others face delays or cancellations. The airport has not yet said how long the disruption will continue.

TU Delft may now reserve 30 percent of places in Aerospace Engineering for women. The Human Rights Board says the plan is justified due to the long‑standing underrepresentation of women in the programme. All applicants must still complete the same selection procedure.

Rijkswaterstaat has activated the heat protocol in Limburg and North Brabant due to rising road temperatures. Stranded motorists will be moved quickly to safer, shaded locations. The organisation also urges drivers to carry water and sun protection during the heat.

Job seekers now have better prospects in construction, pet care, and second‑hand retail, according to the UWV. Demand for roles such as bricklayers, veterinary assistants, and shop staff has grown, while AI is reducing opportunities in customer contact and advertising. The agency still counts more than three hundred promising professions across the labour market.