France Races to Get Air Conditioning
Large crowds in Paris were looking for cheap air conditioners. Police stopped people at supermarkets because of the high demand. A new heatwave is coming to Paris this weekend.
France is experiencing a very hot heatwave. Many schools, hospitals, and homes for elderly people are affected. The environment minister does not want many people to use air conditioning. People are trying to find ways to stay cool. This heatwave is expected to continue and worsen.
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Highlights
Paris Seeking Air Coolers
Large crowds bought air conditioning units in Paris.
Police Respond to Demand
Police helped at supermarkets because of high demand.
Third Heatwave Expected
A third heatwave will hit Paris this weekend.
Heatwave Impacts Services
Schools, hospitals, and care homes were affected by the heat.
Minister Opposes Air Cooling
The environment minister did not want widespread air conditioning.