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Paris heatwave measures include alcohol ban and cooling centres

Paris authorities have introduced restrictions and services in response to extreme heat affecting the region.

By The Daily Paris · Published 20 July 2026

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Paris heatwave measures include alcohol ban and cooling centres
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Paris authorities banned street alcohol consumption and takeaway alcohol sales starting Friday to cope with a severe heatwave, according to multiple reports.

Public cooling centres have been opened for residents without air conditioning amid the heatwave conditions.

Paris hospitals are mobilizing additional staff amid a surge in patients due to the heat, with deaths in the Paris region doubling during the June heatwave.

Public transport in Paris and Île-de-France faces intense strain from July 13 to 19, 2026, due to summer maintenance and station closures.

Sources: perplexity-sonar, perplexity-sonar, perplexity-sonar, perplexity-sonar.

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