Eiffel Tower, Louvre close early as France faces third heatwave in three months

France's iconic tourist sites, including the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, are closing early this weekend due to a severe heatwave that has hit the country for the third time in three months. A red alert is active across Paris and much of northwest France, signaling the intense heat. This move underscores the urgency of addressing climate change impacts, as these closures highlight how extreme weather affects not just locals but also millions of visitors who rely on these landmarks for their experiences.