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France records hottest summer ever, says environment minister

The environment minister said 2026 was France’s hottest summer, characterised by heatwaves, drought and extensive wildfires

By 3 Sep 2026 · 13:00 CET Updated 3 Sep 2026 · 13:00 CET

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France experienced its hottest summer on record in 2026, the environment minister told reporters on Thursday, according to The Local.

The season was marked by intense heatwaves, prolonged drought and massive wildfires across the country.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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