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France Heatwave Hits 42°C, Kills Three, Shutters Schools

6/22/2026

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Bordeaux reached 42 °C, the heatwave’s highest forecast.
San Sebastián hit 40 °C, double its June average.
Three elderly people died in France after red heatwave warnings spread.
About 2,700 schools closed or altered timetables.
Authorities, with health minister Stéphanie Rist, warned of heat, urged hydration, limited alcohol, checked on vulnerable people, cancelled train services, banned alcohol, and reported 13 drownings after people entered rivers.

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Bordeaux reached 42 °C, the heatwave’s highest forecast.
San Sebastián hit 40 °C, double its June average.
Three elderly people died in France after red heatwave warnings spread.
About 2,700 schools closed or altered timetables.
Authorities, with health minister Stéphanie Rist, warned of heat, urged hydration, limited alcohol, checked on vulnerable people, cancelled train services, banned alcohol, and reported 13 drownings after people entered rivers.