France: 42°C Inferno Threatens Firefighters as Heatwave Peaks

A dangerous heatwave is expected to reach its peak in southwestern France today, with temperatures soaring to 42°C in areas already ravaged by wildfires. According to weather agency Météo-France, the inland regions of Gironde and Landes will face the extreme heat on Wednesday. Firefighters warn that the next 24 hours will be critical before temperatures drop significantly from Thursday morning. Since the first wildfire broke out in Gironde a week ago, 126 firefighters have been injured. Across the rest of France, maximum temperatures will range between 35°C and 38°C over the next day, reported BFM.