Météo-France Issues Heatwave and Storm Alerts Across Multiple Departments

Météo-France has placed 38 French departments under weather vigilance for August 17, 2026, due to ongoing heatwave conditions and anticipated thunderstorms. Six departments in the southeast, including Ardèche and Var, are under an Orange Canicule alert with temperatures above 32°C. The eastern region faces potential localized, windy thunderstorms, highlighting significant weather risks for a large portion of the country and impacting public safety.