Villeneuve-sur-Yonne Issues Heat‑Wave Advisory

The town of Villeneuve‑sur‑Yonne in France has issued a public‑health alert as temperatures rise. Residents are urged to drink water regularly, stay in cool or air‑conditioned spaces, keep windows and shutters closed during the hottest hours, and wet their bodies periodically. The warning highlights the risk of heat‑related illnesses such as headaches, cramps, nausea, and heatstroke, especially for the elderly, infants, frail or isolated individuals.

People are advised to eat light meals, limit physical exertion, and check on neighbors and vulnerable relatives. If anyone shows signs of heat distress, they should call emergency services at 15 immediately.