A severe heat wave has had devastating effects in France, with the country's public health agency reporting around 1,000 additional deaths. This surge in deaths occurred during the peak of the heat wave, which broke European records.

The head of the World Health Organization has commented on the situation, noting that Europe is currently the fastest-warming continent. The organization has emphasized the need for increased protection of citizens from extreme heat.

Further information on the heat wave and its impact can be found through NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, which has been following the story and providing updates as more details become available.