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Europe heatwave: Drowning deaths soar in France as Europe buckles in record June heat

Europe is experiencing a heatwave driven by a heat dome, with temperatures expected to exceed 40C. France has recorded its hottest day ever as millions face extreme heat. In response, authorities have closed schools and restricted public alcohol consumption.

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France reported 40 drowning deaths since June 18 as people sought relief from the heat.

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  1. France Reports 40 Drowning Deaths During Record European Heatwave

    Europe is experiencing a heatwave driven by a heat dome, with temperatures expected to exceed 40C. France has recorded its hottest day ever as millions face extreme heat. In response, authorities have closed schools and restricted public alcohol consumption.

    What's confirmed:

    • Forty people have drowned in France since Thursday in heatwave-related deaths, according to Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu.
    • France recorded its hottest day ever during this heatwave.
    • Europe is experiencing a heat-dome driven furnace for the second time in two months.
    • Authorities in Europe have closed schools, canceled public events, and restricted alcohol consumption.
    • Temperatures in the European heatwave are expected to exceed 40C.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Most drowning victims were young people swimming in unsupervised areas.
    • France is facing power grid challenges.
    • Temperature records were smashed in parts of the UK and Spain.
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