Seven people died in France due to extreme heat.

Seven people died in France due to extreme heat.

26.05.2026 16:40

Due to the extreme heat wave affecting France, 2 people died during sports competitions, and 5 people drowned while trying to cool off in water. The alert level was raised to orange in 8 provinces.

Due to the extreme heat wave affecting France, many drowning incidents and health problems are occurring.

French Government Spokesperson Maud Bregeon announced that 2 people died in sports competitions held in hot weather, and 5 people drowned while trying to cool off in water.

LOCAL GOVERNMENTS INSTRUCTED TO "TAKE PRECAUTIONS"

Government officials announced that local authorities have been instructed to take measures to protect people during sports events. The weather agency Meteo France stated that the alert level has been raised to 'orange' in 8 provinces due to extreme heat.

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