Heatwave in France: Reims' cobblestones lift due to extreme heat
Cobblestones in Reims' city center are lifting due to the heatwave affecting France.
Published 1j2 sources✓ ConfirmedNotableupdated 7h
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The fact
This rare phenomenon is caused by material expansion under temperatures exceeding 40°C.
Municipal services are intervening to secure the affected areas.
Why it matters
La canicule, aggravée par le changement climatique, bouleverse les habitudes estivales et met sous pression les infrastructures sanitaires.