France issues red heatwave alert for a third of country Sunday
Published on: June 20, 2026, 8:30 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
France is bracing for a prolonged and intense heatwave, with a red alert issued for over a third of the nation on Sunday. Authorities are taking precautions, including a ban on alcohol consumption during the Fete de la Musique festivities in affected regions. The extreme temperatures are expected to persist, impacting daily life and public events across the country.
