Climate Change Threatens French Homes with Shrinkage and Cracks
Climate change may cause structural damage to 1 in 2 detached houses in France, leaving homeowners with hefty bills.
Periods of intense heat followed by extreme rainfall could cause structural damage to 12 million homes across France, or one in two detached houses, according to the French environment ministry. As homes deteriorate, some owners can lean on insurance for expensive repairs, but many are left with hefty bills. Our France 2 colleagues report.