Extreme heat paralyzing French infrastructure and schools

France is experiencing severe heat waves with temperatures reaching 35°C in Bordeaux, causing widespread disruptions including school closures, train cancellations, and infrastructure failures as reported by Le Figaro. The SNCF rail network is facing immobilized TGVs and significant delays, while students in under-air-conditioned schools are reporting extreme conditions, highlighting the country's vulnerability to accelerating climate impacts.