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France sounds alarm as Europe's deadly heatwave takes its toll

A historic heatwave has caused dozens of deaths and broken temperature records across Western Europe. France has raised its health alert to the highest level as Paris mortuaries struggle with the volume of bodies. The extreme weather has shut schools and cultural landmarks while disrupting power supplies.

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France increased its health alert to the highest level and Paris recorded a June temperature record.

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  1. France Raises Health Alert as Deadly Heatwave Grips Europe

    A historic heatwave has caused dozens of deaths and broken temperature records across Western Europe. France has raised its health alert to the highest level as Paris mortuaries struggle with the volume of bodies. The extreme weather has shut schools and cultural landmarks while disrupting power supplies.

    What's confirmed:

    • The heatwave has killed dozens of people.
    • Britain and Switzerland recorded June temperature highs.
    • Paris hit a June record of 40.9 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.
    • Global warming increased the temperature of this heatwave by 2-4°C.
    • Extreme heat has shut schools and cultural landmarks.
    • The weather has disrupted power supplies.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • France shut down nuclear reactors as a precaution.
    • Paris mortuaries are overwhelmed by the number of bodies.
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