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France on 'red alert' as temps hit 40C in Europe heatwave
Key takeaways
- Half of France is placed under a red alert advisory as temperatures across the country soar.
- Multiple countries across Europe are issuing warnings as a fresh heatwave bakes the continent.
- There have been reports of drownings in France, Germany and Italy as residents flock to waterways to cool off.
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Half of France is placed under a red alert advisory as temperatures across the country soar. (Reuters: Sarah Meyssonnier)
Multiple countries across Europe are issuing warnings as a fresh heatwave bakes the continent.
There have been reports of drownings in France, Germany and Italy as residents flock to waterways to cool off.
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