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More than 1,300 deaths in Europe amid heatwave: What can countries do?
Temperatures reached 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in parts of Europe on Sunday.
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Hindustan Times
· Jun 27, 2026
Where will Europe’s heatwave be most deadly?
We analyse 854 cities to see which will be worst affected
Arab Times Online
· Jun 28, 2026
Europe Heat Wave Death Toll Surpasses 1,300 as France Records 1,000 Excess Deaths
PARIS, Jun 28: A deadly heat wave sweeping across Europe has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adh...
Reuters
· Jun 24, 2026
Here's a look at temperatures across Europe during heatwave
Europe is sweltering under a heatwave, with temperatures averaging 5.5°F above normal and cities such as Paris and Madrid topping 100°F. The heat, driven by an omega block, has been linked to more than 40 deaths in France. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #europe #heatwave Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4eH4RRY 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en
Washington Examiner
· Jul 5, 2026
Europe’s human sacrifice to the weather gods
Over 1,000 people have died across Europe in recent weeks due to the current record-breaking heat wave, more than doubling last summer’s death toll. Across Europe, particularly in Spain and France, people have seen all-time high temperatures exceeding 100 degrees. Southern France hit 111 degrees last Tuesday, the hottest day in the country since official []
Kuwait Times
· Jun 26, 2026
How heatwaves are dangerous to human health
PARIS: A punishing heatwave overwhelming hospitals in Europe is just the latest reminder of the deadly threat such scorching temperatures can pose to human health. At least 150 mil...
Hi China
· Jun 30, 2026
Over 1,300 excess deaths linked to Europe heatwave: WHO
More than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded across Europe since June 21 linked to high temperatures, World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on social media platform X on Sunday. The WHO is working with its members and partners to address the health threats posed by extreme heat through focusing on preparedness, prevention and stronger health system responses. #Trending
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