Over Half of French Population Under Heatwave Alert as Temperatures Soar
53 départements sont concernés par la vigilance orange canicule et 5 autres départements pour les orages. Près de 10 millions de personnes âgées de 60 ans ou plus, dont 3,8 millions de 75 ans ou plus au 1er janvier 2026, pourraient constituer des publics vulnérables face à cet épisode annoncé comme «étendu, durable et intense».
A significant portion of France is currently under a heatwave alert, with 53 departments experiencing orange warnings for extreme temperatures. An additional five departments are also under alert for thunderstorms. This widespread heatwave is expected to be extensive, prolonged, and intense. Approximately 10 million individuals aged 60 and over, including nearly 4 million aged 75 and above, are considered vulnerable populations. Health authorities are urging caution and advising residents to take necessary precautions. The extreme weather conditions pose risks to health and well-being. This situation underscores the need for preparedness and public health interventions during heatwaves.
The widespread heatwave affecting over half of France's population, particularly vulnerable groups, necessitates urgent public health measures and preparedness strategies.
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