France records 40 drownings as Europe heat wave pushes temperatures higher
Why it matters: Red alerts span parts of France, Spain and Italy, with Spain forecasting highs above 44C and Germany also reporting fatal swimming incidents.
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Red heat alerts hit France, Spain and Italy as Europe nears 44C
Why it matters: schools closed in France, rail service was cut, and officials warned the heat could rank among Europe’s longest in years.