Severe Heatwave Across France and Southern Europe
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French Authorities, Météo-France
France, Italy, Spain, UK
June 21, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 26/21/2026, 9:00:34 PM
France has placed over a third of its departments under red heat alert. Temperatures are expected to exceed 40C, with some areas reaching 42C. Schools are closing and outdoor events are being restricted or cancelled. Similar heat warnings have been issued in Italy, Spain, and the UK.
- Earlier version 16/21/2026, 8:50:31 PM
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