Soccer Player Drowns in Rhône Amid France’s Scorching Heat Wave
A young footballer died while swimming in the Rhône River during an unprecedented heat wave that gripped much of France, prompting widespread health warnings.
Jun 26, 2026
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Meteo France
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Young French Soccer Player Kenzo Kies Dies in Tragic River Accident Amid Record Heatwave
A promising talent from Guingamp's reserve side, Kenzo Kies, lost his life during France's unprecedented heatwave, prompting tributes and a broader conversation about summer safety.
Jun 25, 2026
Kenzo Kies: A Tragic Loss Amid France’s Record Heatwave
A promising French soccer player drowned in the Rhone River as the nation battles its hottest day on record, with dozens of drownings reported among young people seeking relief from extreme heat.
Jun 25, 2026