India, June 30 -- Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar has hit back at American tourists who mocked France's lack of air conditioning during a deadly heatwave sweeping across Europe.

France is grappling with extreme temperatures, with the mercury climbing as high as 40degC in several regions this year.

The intense heat prompted some American tourists to question why air conditioning remains uncommon in many French homes, hotels, and restaurants.

She said France has been actively implementing measures to combat climate change, one of the world's most pressing challenges.

In an Instagram post, Pulvar wrote: "Paris didn't wait until June 2026 to reduce its environmental footprint and adapt to the consequences of climate change. Since the lef...