Paris Olympics brings out hoses and misters to cool down fans during heat wave

Associated Press

PARIS (AP) — Most parts of France are enduring a heat wave mere days after the 2024 Olympics launched with a rain-soaked opening ceremony. The national weather agency says temperatures in Paris and surrounding areas hit 97 degrees Fahrenheit on Tuesday. Air conditioning is far less common in France than in places like the United States. It was even hotter in southern France. Misters are at some venues, while the Paris area’s train and is distributing water. The horses for equestrian competitions hung out in the shade and were sprayed with water. Some athletes say they’re used to the heat and aren’t too concerned.