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Paris dream turns to nightmare as rooftop dwellers bake in historic heatwave
A historic heatwave in France has turned Paris's zinc roofs into a health hazard for residents living in cramped, poorly ventilated attic dwellings. The extreme heat is causing severe discomfort and safety concerns for those directly underneath the rooftops.
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