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Follow Heat & Air QualityFrance is preparing for an intense heatwave, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 35°C across several regions and potentially 38°C in the southwest by week's end. Heatwave alerts are expected in multiple departments due to the event's duration and potential to approach September temperature records. Regions including Languedoc, Occitanie, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, and the Rhône Valley will be affected.
France is preparing for an intense heatwave starting September 2, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 38°C in some regions, including Languedoc, Occitanie, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, and the Rhône Valley. Heatwave alerts are anticipated by week's end, with temperatures in the southwest potentially 12°C above seasonal norms. This event carries health risks, especially for vulnerable populations, and could impact daily life across affected areas.