Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=TcqNIulPfuZ Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Multiple deaths reported across France amid severe heat wave [3LH1qRmq0X1] Health Updated on August 06, 2026 EDT — Published on August 06, 2026 EDT At least 55 people have drowned in France while trying to cool off during the country's record-breaking heatwave, according to Sports Minister Marina Ferrari. Authorities fear the toll could rise as 61 departments remain under red heat alerts and 25 under orange alerts, with temperatures expected to reach 41°C (106°F). The government has activated the highest level of its ORSAN health emergency plan as hospitals face increasing pressure from heat-related emergencies. In Paris, officials have also banned public alcohol consumption during the daytime as part of measures to reduce health risks amid the extreme weather. Subscribe: Livestream: Facebook: X (Twitter): Instagram: TikTok: WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: Visit our website: ldKGOeah9LF V9cNecA89Ho tnCAnUbdFKx 10IQBjw9T5C
At least 55 people have drowned in France while trying to cool off during the country's record-breaking heatwave, according to Sports Minister Marina Ferrari. Authorities fear the toll could rise as 61 departments remain under red heat alerts and 25 under orange alerts, with temperatures expected to reach 41°C (106°F). The government has activated the highest level of its ORSAN health emergency plan as hospitals face increasing pressure from heat-related emergencies. In Paris, officials have also banned public alcohol consumption during the daytime as part of measures to reduce health risks amid the extreme weather. Subscribe: Livestream: Facebook: X (Twitter): Instagram: TikTok: WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: Visit our website: ldKGOeah9LF V9cNecA89Ho tnCAnUbdFKx 10IQBjw9T5C