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France's exceptional heatwave

Around 1,000 excess deaths have been recorded during France's exceptional heatwave. With 85% of t...

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07.15 29 Jun 2026


France's exceptional heatwave


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07.15 29 Jun 2026


Around 1,000 excess deaths have been recorded during France's exceptional heatwave. With 85% of those who died aged 65 or older. Officials warn the health impact could continue for days after temperatures ease.   

Anton spoke to Lara Marlowe, Paris based Author and Journalist. 


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