Updated 22.46 | Published 22.43
Extreme heat threatens France.
Now the police are starting to issue fines to stop alcohol consumption in public places in Paris.
– We do not hesitate, says police chief Patrice Faure.
35 million people are in the danger zone as extreme heat moves in over France, according to BFMTV.
The authorities have issued red warnings – and declared war on alcohol.
Europe is melting – under the dome heat
Health Minister Stéphanie Rist says that a cold beer will not help the population during the heat wave. On the contrary.
– You dry out 3-4 times faster without even realizing it, she says.
So many euros
It is also hoped to make it easier for the strained healthcare system by minimizing the number of alcohol-related injuries and illnesses.
In Paris, the police have started issuing fines to those who violate the temporary alcohol bans.
– We will not hesitate to issue a fine, says Patrice Faure.
According to Le World violations can be punished with 135 euros, corresponding to 1,500 kroner in fines. Even if you only bring alcohol with you in public.
Firefighters injured
The ban will apply throughout Sunday and overnight into Monday.
During Sunday, temperatures above 42 degrees are expected in several places. Red alerts issued in 35 districts on Sunday. On Monday, the warning will be extended to 49 areas.
At the same time, the forest fires are starting to gain momentum. In the Cher region, 50 people have been evacuated when a 25-hectare fire broke out.
Three firefighters were slightly injured.
