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40 people drown as France seeks relief from record heat

France has recorded 40 drowning deaths over one week as residents seek relief from record-breaking heat. The extreme temperatures have forced the closure of the Eiffel Tower and overwhelmed emergency services. France has issued a red heatwave alert for one third of the country.

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New data confirms 40 drowning deaths in France and the implementation of alcohol bans at public events.

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  1. Forty Drown in France Amid Record European Heatwave

    France has recorded 40 drowning deaths over one week as residents seek relief from record-breaking heat. The extreme temperatures have forced the closure of the Eiffel Tower and overwhelmed emergency services. France has issued a red heatwave alert for one third of the country.

    What's confirmed:

    • Forty people drowned in France over the past week while seeking relief from the heat.
    • France issued a red heatwave alert for one third of the country.
    • Extreme heat in Paris led to the closure of the Eiffel Tower.
    • Europe is experiencing record levels of heat.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Paris banned drinking alcohol in public because hospitals reached a breaking point.
    • The Pride march in Paris was postponed due to overwhelmed emergency services.
    • A hairdryer effect from the heatwave is threatening French crops.
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