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Paris Deputy Mayor Criticizes U.S. Air Conditioning Use During Heat Wave
Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar posted on Instagram that Americans bear responsibility for global warming after some visitors noted limited air conditioning in the city. The comments followed days of temperatures above 104 degrees Fahrenheit in Paris.
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Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar posted on Instagram that Americans bear responsibility for global warming after some visitors noted limited air conditioning in the city. The comments followed days of temperatures above 104 degrees Fahrenheit in Paris.
" She stated that Paris takes responsibility for its lower use of air conditioning.
Weather service Meteo France reported consecutive daytime highs above 104 degrees Fahrenheit over the past week. French authorities imposed alcohol restrictions during the period. Forty-eight people drowned while attempting to cool off in unsupervised areas, according to reports cited by Fox News Digital. Officials warned against swimming in areas without supervision.
Many Europeans visiting for the 2026 FIFA World Cup observed that air conditioning is more widespread in the United States than in Europe. The observations drew attention from some Americans on social media. Pulvar's post did not mention China, the world's largest emitter of greenhouse gases.
