France records its hottest day ever as Europe withers in early heat wave

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France recorded its hottest day ever as an early heat wave gripped Europe, leading to the closure of the Louvre and Eiffel Tower. At least 40 people in France drowned while attempting to escape the blistering heat. According to the World Meteorological Organization, Europe is warming at roughly twice the global average rate, which contributes to more frequent and intense periods of extreme heat across the continent during these severe weather events.