France Faces Deadly Heatwave: Death Toll Rises Amid Record Temperatures

An extreme heatwave across France has resulted in a concerning number of deaths, with reports varying from 7 fatalities confirmed by the government to at least 18 deaths, including two children who perished inside a car. The sweltering conditions, with temperatures soaring above 40°C and reaching 41.9°C in Bordeaux, have been linked to multiple drowning incidents as individuals sought to cool off. The heatwave, described as a record for May by Météo-France, has also prompted school closures and altered hours in some regions.