France faces fifth heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40°C
France's fifth heatwave of 2026 will affect nearly the entire country starting Tuesday.
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The fact
Temperatures will exceed 40°C in several regions, with prolonged periods of intense heat.
This heatwave occurs amid historic drought conditions and record-breaking climate events.
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Why it matters
Les populations vulnérables et les infrastructures non adaptées pourraient subir des conséquences sanitaires et matérielles, tandis que les restrictions d'eau pourraient s'aggraver.