France on heatwave alert with 61 departments under orange warning
Météo-France places 61 departments under orange heatwave warning this Tuesday.
Published 7sem12 sources✓ ConfirmedImportantupdated 7sem
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The fact
Temperatures locally exceed 40°C, with an increased risk of wildfires.
Authorities urge caution as this prolonged heatwave continues.
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Why it matters
La canicule touche une large partie du territoire, avec des risques sanitaires et environnementaux majeurs, nécessitant une mobilisation des services d'urgence et des précautions accrues pour la population.
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