Millions of people across France woke to scorching heat this morning as the country faces historically high temperatures, according to France 24. With air conditioning uncommon in French homes, the heatwave is disrupting schools, trains, and sporting events nationwide. The crisis has turned tragic, with twenty drowning deaths reported since the weekend as people sought relief in the water. For a nation unprepared for such extreme heat, this represents an exceptional emergency.

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