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France’s Record-Breaking Summer Heat | France News
France just endured its hottest summer on record — five brutal heatwaves, 136 weather stations smashing all-time highs, even chilly Normandy hitting 40°C. Nights barely cooled off, with one town stuck above 30°C for days under a suffocating heat dome. The toll? Over 2,000 ER visits in one day, more than 5,700 excess deaths — including a shocking spike across all ages — and 274 drownings as people sought relief. Forecasters warn warmer temps are still ahead. This isn’t just weather — it’s a wake-up call for public health and climate resilience. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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