Heatwave in France Begins to Subside as Weekend Thunderstorms Approach

A heatwave in France is gradually easing, with temperatures peaking around 40°C before cooler air arrives, though Météo-France maintains an orange alert for 64 departments. This shift brings a forecast for weekend thunderstorms, particularly in southwestern and mountainous areas, which could be severe with hail, strong winds, and heavy rain, posing new weather-related risks.