Heatwave

Drought: risk of drinking water shortage in Paris

With another heatwave, drought in France is not likely to get better. The capital city and the inner suburbs of Paris are placed vigilance. But are they likely to lack drinking water in the weeks to come?

Climate: it is hotter in Paris than anywhere else in Île-de-France, Météo France says

Amid the heatwave, you better live in the suburbs than in Paris – according to Météo France. As a matter of fact, it is getting hot in Ile-de-France and the city is breaking temperature records.

Climate: Paris prepares to face temperatures close to 50°C in ten years’ time

During the latest heatwave, the city of Paris had to face very high temperatures, over 40°C (104°F). In a few years, over 50°C (122°F) are expected in the capital city and the town is preparing itself.

Heatwave: foods and drinks to avoid in hot weather

It's hard to cope with high temperatures during a heatwave, especially when you don't know what to eat or drink! While it's tempting to drink cold, it's better to avoid it, just like many foods. Here's the lowdown!

Paris: the ecologists ask for reduced prices in theaters during the heat wave

This Wednesday, the ecologists submitted to the Paris Council the idea of a very reduced rate in the cinemas of the capital during periods of high heat, a boost for the profession as for the planet.

Swimming pools to cool off in Paris

As the temperatures are rising in Paris, some of you may be tempted to jump in a swimming pool. Here is the list of swimming pools currently open so you can cool off in the city!

Heatwave: Can we dampen cloth facemasks when it is too hot?

As temperatures are still rising, reaching 40°C (104°F) in South of France, coronavirus is still around and face coverings can be hard to bear. And yet, it remains vital to wear them. Therefore, can we dampen cloth face coverings to make wearing them more bearable? According to the Afnor (French Association for Standardization), the answer is absolutely no.

Coronavirus: recommendations in case of heat wave

How to protect yourself from coronavirus in the middle of a heat wave? Santé Publique France has just shared a note in which it recommends wearing a mask, using well-maintained air conditioners and ventilating interiors. The agency reminds that nothing indicates that the heat allows to reduce the virus, and that it is necessary to respect the barrier gestures in any place.

Can heat put an end to the coronavirus epidemic?

If other kind of viruses such as flue are generally outbreaking in the winter, is it the same for Covid 19? To find out if heat can stop the epidemic, searchers keep on studying this question. Let’s see what the first results have to say.

Heatwave in Paris: a cool night under the stars at the Jardin Suspendu

As part of its anti-hot spell plan, Jardin Suspendu invites you to spend a night under the stars on its planted rooftop on June 26, 2019!