France battles record heatwave as over 44 million face inadequate shelter
France faced record high temperatures this week, affecting over 44 million residents under a red alert. Low-income housing, particularly in places like Essonne, is poorly insulated, pushing temperatures above 40C in homes and schools. Government response has been criticized as inadequate, exacerbating climate inequality and leaving many residents like Samira and Aboubakar feeling desperate.
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Published 25 Jun 2026, 05:00 UTC · Updated 25 Jun 2026, 05:50 UTC
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