https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/40-people-drown-as-france-seeks-relief-from-record-heatContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/40-people-drown-as-france-seeks-relief-from-record-heathttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/40-people-drown-as-france-seeks-relief-from-record-heat#u15651Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:21:41 +0000France 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