More than half of France under red alerts as heatwave intensifies
Summary
More than half of France is under a highest-level heat alert as a strong heatwave brings temperatures over 40°C (104°F) in many areas. The heatwave has caused deaths, school closures, and disruptions to train services, and is expected to last until the end of the week.Key Facts
- 49 out of 96 regions in France are under a red heat alert, the highest warning level.
- Temperatures are expected to reach up to 43°C (109°F) in Bordeaux and over 40°C in parts of western France.
- About 63 million people in France are affected by the heatwave.
- Three elderly people died in the Gironde region partly due to the heat.
- The national music festival banned alcohol to reduce heat risks during gatherings.
- 845 schools were closed, and 1,800 students left school early due to the heat.
- France’s national railway reduced train services and asked vulnerable people to avoid travel.
- Other parts of Europe, including Madrid and Rome, are also facing record high temperatures.
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