France braces for second premature heatwave in a month
By The BriefBrief
Météo France forecasts a widespread, prolonged heatwave reaching or exceeding 40°C, prompting cancellations and EDF curbs at nuclear plants.
WHO:Météo France; EDF
WHAT:Heatwave forecast reaches or exceeds 40°C, leading municipalities to cancel Fête de la Musique events and EDF to warn of nuclear plant production curbs.
WHEN:Jun 19, 2026 at 11:21 AM ET
WHERE:France
WHY:Temperatures are expected to rise to or above 40°C, with high heat affecting river temperatures used for nuclear plant production.
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