France trapped in omega blocking pattern: why temperatures are rising

A rare omega blocking weather phenomenon is causing exceptionally high heat levels for the season in France.

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This atmospheric configuration blocks typical disturbances and traps warm air.

Meteorologists describe these conditions as rarely observed at this time of year.

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