France bakes under heatwave as warnings extend into July

According to RFI, France is enduring an exceptional heatwave. Yesterday, the nation recorded its hottest day on record, with millions placed under red heat alerts. The extreme temperatures have forced school closures and left tens of thousands of homes without power. Government officials warn the severe conditions could persist through mid-July, straining energy systems and threatening public health.

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