Paris authorities have banned the sale and consumption of alcohol in public spaces due to the ongoing extreme heatwave. The decision, enacted by police, aims to alleviate pressure on already overwhelmed hospitals in the greater Paris region. Hospital capacity is currently at its limit, with a surge in heat-related illnesses contributing to the strain. The ban encompasses both the sale of alcohol in stores and public consumption. Authorities have not specified the duration of the ban, but it is expected to remain in effect while the heatwave persists and hospital resources are stretched. This measure is intended to reduce alcohol-related incidents that could further burden emergency services. The extreme temperatures are impacting healthcare systems across France.