Historic heatwave in France: 23 days, a tied record
The heatwave that began on July 28 officially ended after 23 days.
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The fact
This phenomenon ties the duration record set in 1983, according to Météo-France.
Temperatures exceeded 40°C in several regions, worsening the drought.
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Why it matters
Cette sécheresse aggrave les risques d’incendies, de restrictions d’eau et de pertes agricoles, avec des conséquences économiques et environnementales durables.