Eiffel Tower closed and 68,000 without power as France bakes in extreme heatwave (opens original article in a new tab)

France experienced extreme heatwave with Eiffel Tower closure and 68,000 households without power, while at least 40 people died from drowning. 174 people have died across Europe from extreme weather since May.

• Eiffel Tower closed and 68,000 households without power during extreme heatwave in France
• At least 40 people died from drowning in France as country experienced hottest day since records began
• 174 people have died across Europe from extreme weather since May, with 58 in France and 15 in UK