France Orders 4,000 More to Evacuate Amid New Heat Wave The French government has ordered an additional 4,000 people to evacuate their homes as a sweltering heat wave grips the country.
This latest move brings the total number of evacuees to over 12,000, raising questions about France's preparedness for extreme weather events.
Residents in the south of France are facing unprecedented temperatures, with some areas reaching as high as 45°C (113°F). The heat wave has already claimed several lives and caused widespread disruption to daily life.