Schools shut in France as heatwave grips much of Europe
A severe heatwave is impacting over 100 million Europeans, with France and Germany facing record-breaking temperatures. Authorities in Paris are struggling with overwhelmed hospitals and have implemented emergency measures, including a ban on alcohol sales.
Why it matters
This event highlights the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events linked to climate change, posing significant risks to public health and infrastructure.
At least 101 million Europeans are expected to experience temperatures in excess of 35C, including 50 million in France and 18 million in Germany, as scores of people are reported have been killed by the heatwave.
The article reports on factual weather data and government statements without emotive language or political agenda.
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