Drownings Surge in France, Linked to Heatwaves

France has reported a significant increase in drownings, with over 300 incidents, attributing the rise to recent heatwaves. The number of drownings is 14% higher than last year.

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France links rise in drownings to heatwaves

A government minister says people have been taking risks by going into the water, with 301 deaths since 19 June.

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Drownings surge past 300 in France amid heatwaves

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France links rise in drownings to heatwaves

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Drownings Surge in France, Linked to Heatwaves

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Drownings surge past 300 in France amid heatwaves

France links rise in drownings to heatwaves

U Francuskoj 14% više utapanja nego lani. "To je zbog toplinskog vala"

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