The country faces record-breaking heat as Europe battles repeated heatwaves and a severe drought.
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July has been recorded as France’s hottest month ever, according to the national weather service, as extreme temperatures continue to affect much of Europe.
The record heat comes amid a summer of successive heatwaves and a major drought across the continent, putting pressure on communities, agriculture and water supplies.
Weather officials said temperatures across France reached unprecedented levels, with prolonged hot spells contributing to worsening climate conditions.
The extreme weather has also increased the risk of wildfires, water shortages and health emergencies, as authorities urge people to take precautions during periods of intense heat.
Scientists have linked the growing frequency of such events to human-driven climate change, warning that hotter and longer heatwaves are becoming more common.
