Heat wave in France to push temperatures to 40 degrees
About 40 departments are under yellow alert, with Paris forecast at 38 degrees and health risks rising.
Series: France · Heatwave · 2 chapters since Jun 19Subject
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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.
France bans alcohol at music events in 35 departments as heat surges
Why it matters: Officials expect 39C-41C heat on Sunday, with schools and some trains already disrupted.