3 die in France as temperatures to exceed 105 degrees Fahrenheit in European heatwave
A severe heatwave has caused three deaths in France and triggered red alerts across more than half the country. Temperatures are forecast to exceed 40C, with some areas like Bordeaux expected to top 42C. The extreme weather has led to school closures and restrictions on outdoor sports and public alcohol consumption.
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New reports confirm three deaths in France and the closure of nearly 2,700 schools.
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Three Die in France as European Heatwave Pushes Temperatures Above 40C
confidence 90%A severe heatwave has caused three deaths in France and triggered red alerts across more than half the country. Temperatures are forecast to exceed 40C, with some areas like Bordeaux expected to top 42C. The extreme weather has led to school closures and restrictions on outdoor sports and public alcohol consumption.
What's confirmed:
- Three people have died in France during the heatwave.
- Temperatures across parts of Europe are forecast to exceed 40C.
- More than half of France is under red alerts.
- France has restricted outdoor sports and public alcohol consumption.
Still unconfirmed:
- Thirteen swimmers drowned while attempting to escape the heat.
- Almost 2,700 schools were set to close or modify timetables.
- Bordeaux temperatures were forecast to exceed 42C on Monday.