France reports 301 drownings during heatwaves
France has recorded more than 300 drowning incidents this summer, since June 19, marking a 14% increase compared to the same period in 2025. French Sports Minister Marina Ferrari attributed this rise to recurring heatwaves that amplify the risks associated with swimming, particularly in unlicensed and unmonitored areas. The problem has worsened as many people have taken to swimming under dangerous conditions, leading to numerous fatal accidents, with an initial toll of 142 deaths reported by mid-July.
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