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Europe swelters under heatwave, prompting crisis talks in France

A severe heatwave is sweeping across Western Europe with temperatures climbing toward record levels. France has issued red alerts for a third of the country and restricted alcohol at a music festival. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu scheduled a crisis meeting as weather agencies warn the heat will persist.

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France implemented a partial alcohol ban and issued red heat alerts for a third of the country.

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  1. Western Europe Faces Record Heatwave and Crisis Talks in France

    A severe heatwave is sweeping across Western Europe with temperatures climbing toward record levels. France has issued red alerts for a third of the country and restricted alcohol at a music festival. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu scheduled a crisis meeting as weather agencies warn the heat will persist.

    What's confirmed:

    • A severe heatwave is affecting much of Western Europe.
    • France issued red heatwave alerts for a third of the country.
    • France banned alcohol at a music festival.
    • Germany issued nationwide heat warnings.
    • Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu scheduled a crisis meeting on Saturday.
    • Meteo France described the heat as comparable to major episodes in 2003 and 2019.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Temperatures in France are set to hit 40C.
    • A soccer fan zone in Spain was closed due to the heat.
    • France expected 35 of its 96 departments to declare heat alerts.
    • President Macron called for vigilance regarding the second heatwave of the year.
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