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Forty drown in France amid record heatwave; parts of Spain experience nighttime temperatures above 30C

23 Haziran 2026The Guardian

France is experiencing its hottest night on record, leading to a tragic increase in drownings as people seek relief from the extreme heat. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu reported that 40 individuals have drowned in unsupervised swimming areas since June 18, with many victims being young people.
The heatwave is affecting much of Europe, with parts of Spain also experiencing nighttime temperatures above 30°C.
This heatwave is part of a broader trend of increasing temperatures across Europe, exacerbated by climate change. The situation has prompted various cities to issue heat alerts, and the UN has raised concerns about the severe weather conditions affecting urban areas like London.
The ongoing heatwave in Europe highlights the growing risks associated with climate change, particularly as extreme weather events become more frequent. The tragic drownings serve as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by unsupervised swimming in high temperatures.

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