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Heatwave in Europe: 75 French departments on orange alert

An intense heatwave affects much of France, with 75 departments on orange alert.

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High temperatures and drought increase the risk of wildfires.

Temperatures are expected to drop this weekend.

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May 30France hit by exceptional heatwave as scientific warnings go unheeded

Jun 18Canicule en France : 71 trains annulés par la SNCF et 44 départements en vigilance jaune

Jun 22Extreme heat wave affects 35 million French people

Aug 14Heatwave in Europe: 75 French departments on orange alertthis article

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