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Heatwave deaths in France as record May temperatures grip Europe

France is on the frontline of an exceptional early summer heatwave, with authorities reporting seven deaths – including five drownings – as a “heat dome” is pushing temperatures far above seasonal norms across much of Europe.

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Europe sizzles under 'heat dome' as France logs hottest May day on record

France on Monday recorded its hottest May day on record, its weather agency said, forecasting that Tuesday would be even warmer as large swathes of Europe bake under unseasonal heat that is prompting officials to issue health warnings and order restrictions on outdoor work. The French government said seven people…

France 24

‘Full-on summer heat’: western Europe braces for unusually high temperatures

Portugal, Spain, France and UK expected to exceed 30C on Friday and into next week, with new May records predicted

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‘Hairdryer or lighter?’: French police look at claim of sensor tampering to win weather bets

Forecasting service raises alarm over data from Paris airport used to settle Polymarket wagers on temperature

The Guardian - UK

Hair dryer trick behind €25,000 win? France probes potential weather data scam linked to Polymarket

Officials in France have launched an investigation into the potential compromise of national weather sensors after a series of anomalous temperature readings coincided with betting activity on Polymarket.

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France ends record 40-day streak of consecutive rain but authorities warn of possible flood risks

Authorities urged the public to exercise caution, warning that many affected areas remain under flood risk. The country's national meteorological service says rain is forecast to resume on Thursday evening.

Euronews

France maintains red flood alert as Storm Pedro hits southwest

France has experienced 35 consecutive days of rain, the longest uninterrupted period on record.

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Storm Nils caused deaths, major flooding and mass power cuts in France

France is grappling with the aftermath of Storm Nils, as several regions remain under threat of flooding. Portugal and Spain have also been affected by a series of storms that have swept across the Iberian peninsula in recent weeks.

Euronews

Storm aftermath leaves 2 dead in France; flood alerts to remain Saturday

Storm Nils has killed two people and kept parts of southwestern France on high flood alert as power crews race to restore electricity

The Independent UK

French weather service under fire after winter forecasts miss the mark

France’s national weather service Météo-France is facing renewed criticism after its forecasts underestimated recent winter weather, raising concerns about reliability after parts of forecasting were automated in 2023 and following years of budget and staff cuts.

Radio France Internationale

Six people dead in road accidents as France manages heavy snow and ice

Heavy snowfall and icy conditions have killed at least six people on roads across France and caused major disruptions, with the transport minister admitting the severity of the event was “somewhat underestimated” by national weather services.

Radio France Internationale

Southern Europe swelters under deadly heatwave as temperatures pass 40C

Four-year-old boy dies of heatstroke in Italy as scientists warn of ‘molotov cocktail’ of climatic conditions

The Guardian - UK

‘Unprecedented’ wildfire in southern France driven by drought and climate change, officials say

Hotspots across southern Europe have been scorched this summer, stoked by high temperatures and drought.

Euronews

US satellite data cut sparks cyclone forecast fears in French West Indies

The United States is suspending sharing key satellite weather data this month raising concerns over cyclone forecast accuracy in the French West Indies. The move, linked to "cybersecurity risks" and US budget cuts, comes as the Atlantic cyclone season intensifies.

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June likely to be among Europe's hottest on record as heatwave brings new temperature highs

Last month is likely to be one of Europe’s hottest Junes on record as extreme heat driven by climate change affects millions across the continent

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Europe swelters under severe heatwave as temperatures soar above 40 degrees Celsius

Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy were some of the worst hit countries, with temperatures reaching over 40 degrees Celcius.

The Independent UK

Deadly heatwave scorches Europe as schools forced to close and Paris at standstill

The summit of the Eiffel Tower was closed until Thursday

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Cyclone Dikeledi moves away from Mayotte, leaves three dead in Madagascar

Cyclone Dikeledi was moving away from the French territory of Mayotte on Sunday but the archipelago will remain under red alert until Monday evening. The storm however caused flash floods in the neighbouring Indian Ocean island of Madagascar, where at least three people were killed.

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260,000 homes still without electricity as France braces for new Storm Domingos

Some 260,000 homes were still without electricity on Saturday – mainly in Brittany and Normandy – following the passage of Storm Ciaran and the imminent arrival of Storm Domingos.

The Guardian - UK

Autumn heat continues in Europe after record-breaking September

Countries including France, Germany and Poland all had their hottest Septembers on record

Radio France Internationale

Record temperatures expected across France as early autumn heatwave kicks in

As French schools reopen after the summer holidays, French meteorologists forecast a week of unseasonably hot weather over the coming week – with this Monday set to be the hottest day – as temperatures are expected to rise well over 30°Celsius across most of the country.

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France braced for heatwave with 19 departments placed on high alert

France is set to experience another summer heatwave over the coming days – forecast to be the hottest of the season – with Météo-France on Friday placing 19 departments on orange alert.

The Independent UK

At least 44 dead as Cyclone Freddy pounds Malawi, Mozambique

An unrelenting Cyclone Freddy that is currently battering southern Africa has killed at least 44 people in Mozambique and Malawi since it struck the continent for a second time on Saturday night, authorities in both countries have confirmed

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Tropical Cyclone Freddy hammers Mozambique for second time

Record-breaking Cyclone Freddy made its second landfall in Mozambique Saturday night, pounding the southern African nation with heavy rains and disrupting transport and telecommunications services

The Conversation

UFOs are no laughing matter for us: behind the scenes of France's real life 'Ovni' hunters

In France, the Study and Information Group on Unidentified Aerospace Phenomena (GEIPAN), has been investigating unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) – more commonly known as UFOs – for the past 45 years. Attached to the National Centre for Space Studies (CNES), GEIPAN has been invited by NASA to present its activities…

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