Dossier
zinc roofs
Coverage of zinc roofs in the Nexus archive.
- 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.
- Dreamy Paris rooftops become a heat-trapping nightmare
Paris' iconic zinc rooftops, while culturally significant, are trapping extreme heat in attic apartments, posing serious health risks. A 2023 study found Paris has the highest heat-related death risk among European capitals, with attic residents facing disproportionately severe conditions.