Schools close as more than half of France under red heat alerts

France is experiencing a severe heatwave, with over half of the country under red heat alerts, prompting the closure of schools. The health minister has issued a warning that many citizens will suffer due to the extreme temperatures. Temperatures are expected to peak on Monday, exacerbating the heat-related concerns. The country's residents are bracing for the worst of the heatwave in the coming days.

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