Orange Heatwave Alerts Issued Across France as Temperatures Soar
Multiple French departments, including Yvelines, Meurthe-et-Moselle, and Corrèze, are under orange heatwave alerts due to soaring temperatures.
Key Points
- • Yvelines under orange alert starting June 29, temperatures peaking at 38°C.
- • Meurthe-et-Moselle will issue alert starting June 30, with temperatures reaching 39°C.
- • Corrèze sees daytime temperatures between 37°C and 39°C, with alerts lasting through Wednesday.
- • Authorities emphasize hydration, avoiding outdoor activities, and being vigilant about heat symptoms.
As France enters the grip of a heatwave, multiple departments including Yvelines, Meurthe-et-Moselle, and Corrèze have been placed under orange alerts by Météo-France due to dangerously high temperatures expected this week.
The alerts initiated in Yvelines as of June 29, 2025, signal severe temperature rises. Daytime highs are forecasted to peak between 30°C and 38°C, with nighttime lows remaining uncomfortably warm at 20°C to 24°C depending on location (ID: 8697). Authorities specifically warn vulnerable populations—such as pregnant women, the elderly, and young children—of the heightened risks associated with heat exposure and have advised residents to stay updated on weather developments.
In Meurthe-et-Moselle, an orange alert will take effect starting June 30, forecasting maximum temperatures to reach between 34°C and a sizzling 39°C amidst safety recommendations emphasizing hydration and minimizing outdoor activities during peak hours (ID: 8694). Residents are encouraged to ventilate homes during cooler night hours, stay in air-conditioned places, and be aware of symptoms indicating health distress such as dizziness and fatigue.
Meanwhile, in the Corrèze department, temperatures are anticipated to climb to between 37°C and 39°C during the day and remain above 20°C at night. This alert is expected to last through Wednesday, peaking on Tuesday. Local health authorities are urging residents to utilize the Canicule info service hotline (0800 06 66 66), which offers guidance on managing heat-related challenges (ID: 8692).
Collectively, these heatwave alerts underscore the seriousness of the weather conditions across key regions in France, with public health officials emphasizing the importance of precautionary measures to avoid heat-related illnesses during the upcoming days.
Local governments are maintaining ongoing communications regarding safety protocols and monitoring the development of this heatwave, urging all citizens to stay vigilant and prioritize health and safety.