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'Heat dome': Heatwave conditions hit France and parts of Europe

France 24 · May 26, 2026, 3:34 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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🌡️ #France and the #UK on Monday experienced their hottest day in the month of May on record, the countries' weather agencies said, warning that Tuesday may be even warmer. The French government said seven people have died due to causes linked "directly and indirectly" to the #heat.

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