Two Toddlers Found Dead in Car During Europe’s Record Heatwave

Two young children, aged two and four, were discovered unresponsive in their mother’s car at their home in Carpentras, southern France. The incident unfolded on Monday afternoon, June 22, when temperatures reached 38°C. Their 33-year-old mother says she was unaware they were inside until she returned from shopping and called for help. Emergency services and firefighters arrived but could not save the children. Authorities have launched an investigation, and the mother has not yet been questioned by police. Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with some areas exceeding 40°C and wildfire alerts in effect nationwide.

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