France faces a third heatwave in three months, prompting early closures of major tourist attractions in Paris and raising emergency concerns across the country. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay close early for the weekend, with the measures linked to an intense heat episode currently affecting Paris and surrounding regions.
Météo-France places large parts of north-west France under red heat alerts, including 24 departments, covering more than 22 million people, according to reports. Authorities also cancel or adjust some public events: several towns call off Bastille Day fireworks due to increased fire risk and dry conditions.
Officials say the heatwave is expected to continue through the Bastille Day period, keeping emergency services on high alert. The situation is associated with broader risks including health impacts, energy strain and potential wildfires, leading to heightened monitoring and precautionary steps in affected areas.
