A severe heatwave is endangering crops in the Normandy region of France. The unusual combination of scorching soil temperatures and hot, dry winds is causing rapid dehydration and potential crop failure, a phenomenon locally termed the “hairdryer effect.” This poses a significant threat to food production in the area, with crops able to wither within hours. FRANCE 24’s Daniel Quinlan is reporting on the unfolding situation. The heatwave is exacerbating concerns about agricultural yields and potential food security issues. Farmers are bracing for potential losses as the extreme weather conditions persist. The situation highlights the increasing vulnerability of agriculture to climate change impacts.