Solidays music festival
Coverage of Solidays music festival in the Nexus archive.
- About 1,000 deaths in France attributable to heat wave
France has recorded approximately 1,000 additional deaths since June 24, attributed to a record-breaking heat wave. The French national health agency noted higher fatalities in red-alert regions, with 85% of deaths involving those aged 65 and older. Events like the Pride and Solidays festivals were canceled to alleviate hospital strain, while the heat wave sparked political debate on climate preparedness.
- Europe on high alert as killer heat spreads
A record-breaking heatwave has caused health alerts, infrastructure damage, and event cancellations across Europe, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in several countries. France reported 55 heat-related deaths, while Germany experienced cracked road surfaces and vehicle damage. Authorities in multiple nations issued extreme heat warnings, and schools and festivals were affected.
- Paris police asks major festivals be cancelled due to relentless heatwave
Paris police has requested the cancellation of several public events, including the pride march and Solidays music festival, due to a heatwave overwhelming emergency services and hospitals. Organizers were warned of potential bans if they did not comply.