France is experiencing a significant heatwave, with over a third of the country under a red heat alert. Authorities have cancelled some outdoor sports events and imposed restrictions on alcohol consumption during the Fête de la Musique, a nationwide music festival. Temperatures are expected to exceed 40°C, prompting health concerns, especially in major cities like Paris and Lyon.
The national weather service has warned of exceptionally high temperatures lasting for an extended period. Local authorities are taking precautions, including banning certain alcoholic beverages in public spaces and deploying thousands of police and health workers to ensure safety during the festivities.