Paris Attic Heatwave Turns Rooftops Into a Health Hazard
TL;DR
A record heatwave in Paris has made attic, zinc-roof flats dangerously hot, exposing residents to extreme heat with little ventilation. Because regulations protect rooftops, upgrades like insulation and shutters are hard to implement, leaving top-floor tenants in cramped spaces vulnerable to heat-related health risks; studies link attic living to higher death risk during heat events.
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