France on heat wave alert in May for the first time, thirteen departments affected

Thirteen French departments are on yellow heat wave alert for the first time in May, according to Météo-France.

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This early alert activation reflects climate change pushing extreme heat periods into normally temperate seasons.

Authorities recommend strengthening prevention measures for vulnerable populations facing these abnormally early temperature spikes.

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