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Heatwave in France: 56 departments on alert, fireworks canceled

France is facing a heatwave with 56 departments under red or orange alert this weekend.

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Many prefectures have banned fireworks for Bastille Day due to fire risks.

A forest fire in Fontainebleau has deployed a water-bombing helicopter to control the blaze.

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La canicule aggrave les risques d’incendies et met sous pression les services d’urgence, avec des conséquences directes sur les célébrations nationales et la sécurité des populations.

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