France faces severe drought, with nearly 70% of its territory under water restrictions. Groundwater levels are falling, while heatwaves, record temperatures, and scarce rainfall intensify pressure on drinking-water supplies nationwide.
August 10, 2026
'Since June 24, approximately 1,000 additional deaths (unconsolidated figures) have been observed compared to the deaths recorded in previous months,' Public Health France said in a statement.
June 28, 2026
