記録的熱波のフランスでエアコン争奪戦　殴り合いに発展で警察出動　パリで40℃超え、死者が前週より2000人以上増えたデータも｜TBS NEWS DIG

As a record-breaking heatwave grips Europe, France is currently experiencing a fierce competition for air conditioning. There seems to be a uniquely French reason behind this. Reporter: "With temperatures approaching 35°C, people are swimming comfortably in the Seine River, right beneath the Eiffel Tower." The Seine River in Paris has been reopened to the public for swimming as a measure against the heat. Citizen: "It's so hot, this is perfect for cooling off." Last month in France, a record-breaking heatwave caused temperatures to exceed 40°C in Paris, and data shows that the death toll across the country increased by more than 2,000 compared to the previous week. And now, another heatwave is sweeping across the country. "I'm waiting for the fireworks show at the Eiffel Tower tonight. Snacks, water, and tonight's dinner are in my bag." In France, a fierce competition is underway for a certain essential summer item. A long queue has formed before the store even opens. The target is air conditioning and fans. At this store... "Watch out! Someone's going to die!" As soon as the store opened, customers rushed in all at once. The sheer force of the crowd caused damage to the entrance. Furthermore... "They're fighting!" Several men were fighting over a single portable air conditioner, which escalated into a fistfight. The police eventually intervened and calmed the situation. This chaos stems from the fact that, until recently, summer temperatures rarely exceeded 30°C. Also, many buildings weren't designed with air conditioning in mind, lacking space for outdoor units. This reporter also uses an air conditioner at home that doesn't require an outdoor unit, but the exhaust duct needs to be routed through a window, making it impossible to close the window. Even if the gap is somehow sealed with cloth, the cool air from the air conditioner is overpowered by the hot air coming in from outside. Paris, a city that captivates people with its historic streetscapes, seems likely to be struggling to cope with the heatwave this summer. ▼TBS NEWS DIG Official Website: https://newsdig.tbs.co.jp/ ▼Subscribe to our channel [Easier access to the latest news]    / @tbsnewsdig   ▼NEWS DIG Latest News [Important information close at hand] https://www.google.com/preferences/so... ▼Submit information here: "TBS Insiders" https://www.tbs.co.jp/news_sp/tbs-ins... ▼Submit video here: "TBS Scoop Submission" https://www.tbs.co.jp/news_sp/toukou.... #news #TBS #newsdig