Heat wave paralyzes France, kills 40 by drowning in a week as country records hottest day ever

El calor paraliza Francia y provoca 40 muertos por ahogamiento en una semana

Jun 23, 2026, 06:07 PM es source ↗

Europe Heat Wave 2026

Summary

A severe heat wave caused France to record its hottest day since measurements began, with half the country under extreme heat alerts. At least 40 people drowned in a single week as they sought relief in rivers and the sea. Major tourist monuments were also closed due to the extreme temperatures.

Preview

El país vive este martes el día más caluroso desde que existen registros. La mitad del territorio está en alerta extrema y los monumentos más visitados, como la Torre Eiffel, el Museo del Louvre o el Monte Saint Michel, adelantan el cierre

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