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France faces record-breaking heatwave conditions

According to The Local, France is currently experiencing an intense heatwave, prompting public debate over air conditioning and the country's overall preparedness for extreme temperatures.

By 27 Jun 2026 · 12:30 CET Updated 27 Jun 2026 · 12:30 CET

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The Local reports that France is grappling with a severe heatwave described as the worst experienced by the nation to date. The extreme weather conditions have sparked a political battle concerning the use of air conditioning and highlighted concerns regarding the country's general readiness for what is being termed a 'new normal' of high temperatures. These issues form part of a broader discussion on how France is adapting to increasingly frequent and intense heat events.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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