An early heatwave in France, with temperatures exceeding 30°C, has caused multiple medical emergencies during running events. Dozens of participants collapsed, with several hospitalized in serious condition, overwhelming emergency services.

An unusually early heatwave has pushed temperatures above 30°C across France, leading to multiple medical emergencies during running events. In suburbs of Paris and other cities, dozens of participants collapsed, with several hospitalised in serious condition and emergency services overwhelmed by heat-related incidents.