'Heat dome': Heatwave conditions hit France and parts of Europe

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'Heat dome': Heatwave conditions hit France and parts of Europe France

Issued on: 26/05/2026 - 17:34Modified: 26/05/2026 - 17:41

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🌡️ #France and the #UK on Monday experienced their hottest day in the month of May on record, the countries' weather agencies said, warning that Tuesday may be even warmer. The French government said seven people have died due to causes linked "directly and indirectly" to the #heat.

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