France Heatwave Causes 55 Drowning Deaths, Disrupts Schools and Mont Blanc Routes

France is in the grip of a heatwave that has led to 55 drowning deaths, according to the country's minister. Schools have been disrupted and hikers on Mont Blanc have called the routes dangerous. Labour Minister Jean-Pierre Farandou said France cannot stop at 30°C, while Emmanuel Macron and Sébastien Lecornu have faced criticism for not preparing the country for global warming. Some French people are painting their windows with chalk to try to beat the heat.