France heat wave drives volunteer sign‑ups and weather‑data fundraising

During a period of intense heat, the French weather‑data association Infoclimat released a new forecasting platform and launched a fundraising campaign, urging supporters to back its work that provides long‑term meteorological context. The appeal references the current heatwave and highlights the need for powerful servers to maintain the service.

The municipality of Rezé opened a voluntary registration form for citizens willing to assist vulnerable residents during the heat spell. Volunteers can be contacted for tasks such as providing aid, translating, or offering first‑aid support, with no obligation attached to the commitment.