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Heatwave: The outdoor survival kit for coping with high temperatures

With another heatwave just around the corner, there's no need to remind you yet again of our health recommendations. Instead, we've prepared a "Heatwave Survival Kit" to help you brave the high temperatures, even when you're away from home. Hard summer is coming ...
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Double jet-stream: what is this phenomenon likely to be related to heatwaves in France

For a few days, some scientists only say one thing: “double jet-stream”. This atmospheric air flow could be the explanation of most heatwaves that occurred this summer in France, leading to dramatic fires and a very strong episode of drought. Here is more about that matter.
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Heat wave: why the Seine does not seem to suffer from the drought, unlike the Loire?

Unlike the Loire, which has dried up in many places, the Seine seems to be keeping its usual level, despite the record drought throughout the country. How does the river remain supplied with water?
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Heatwave: what are the hottest areas in Paris?

In a satellite photo taken of the city of Paris on a scorching hot day, you will see what zones are the most impacted by the heat within the city.

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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Climate emergency: Paris’ weather said to be similar to Canberra’s by 2050

While Paris has declared to be in a “state of climate emergency”, a study says the climate in the French capital could be similar to the one in Canberra, Australia, by 2050.
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Heatwave in Paris: a fresh night under the stars at Le Jardin Suspendu

As an anti-heatwave good deal, Le Jardin Suspendu invites you to spend a night under the stars on its green rooftop on June 26, 2019!
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Parks open all night long in Paris, summer 2017

In summer, it is difficult to find a refreshing oasis in Paris. In the day, we hide in fresh places and at night, riverbanks are taken over by people looking for fresh air. But, little did you know that from July 1st to September 3rd, 2017, Paris mayor’s office decided to open 16 municipal parks all day and all night long!