Deadly heat-wave in France: over 40 drown while seeking relief from extreme heat
An unbearable heat-wave grips France with reports of nearly 40 people losing their lives by drowning as they rushed to lakes to beat heat.
Paris: France, experiences a particularly severe heat wave that has made temperatures extremely high and led to widespread health advisories.
Authorities have revealed alarming new statistics – the deaths of over 40 people in water while trying to escape the heat during recent weeks.
Scientists are calling the heat wave part of a larger trend of extreme weather sweeping across Europe and causing widespread record temperatures.
Some areas are already experiencing health problems, among them extreme heat, due to the heat.
The heat will make people thirsty, so stay indoors during the hottest times of day and stay safe while swimming.
Officials are also warning that climate change is making heatwaves more frequent and intense, placing additional pressure on public health systems and emergency responders.
