Faced with extreme temperatures, fans become a rare commodity. In several cities, shortages cause altercations between customers
The persistent heatwave in France is causing shortages of fans and altercations between customers in stores in several cities in the face of extreme demand.
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The heat remains well established in France with a persistent heatwave near the Mediterranean.
A spectacular contrast in temperatures between the north and the south: discover the weather forecast for Tuesday August 18
The heat remains well established this Tuesday over a large part of France, with a heatwave persisting near the Mediterranean. Further north, a weak disturbance will cause a significant drop in temperatures.
Heatwave: rush on fans causes trouble in stores
VIDEO – Faced with extreme temperatures, fans are becoming a rare commodity. In several cities, shortages cause altercations between customers

Météo-France places Ardèche, Aude, Drôme, Gard and Hérault on heat wave alert from Friday September 4 at noon, with maximum temperatures expected between 36 and 39°C in the south of the country, persisting at least until Sunday.

A heatwave episode mainly affects the south of France from Wednesday September 3, with temperatures reaching 37-38 degrees in Languedoc and also hot nights, unlike the widespread heat waves of summer.

A man was struck by lightning while walking with his umbrella in Staten Island, New York, during heavy rainfall. Despite the impact, he suffered no serious injuries and was hospitalized overnight for monitoring.

France is experiencing an unusual heat episode for the month of May, with seven heat-related deaths, including at least five drownings. Eight western departments are on orange alert. Monday was the hottest day on record in May.