France faces record-breaking heatwaves and wildfires in summer 2026
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Météo-France, French Government
France
Summer 2026
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France experienced multiple intense heatwaves and severe wildfires throughout the summer of 2026. July 2026 was recorded as the hottest month in mainland France since measurements began. Nuclear reactors were shut down or slowed due to high temperatures and water shortages.
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