During a recent heatwave spanning approximately June 20-28, over 3,700 excess deaths were recorded across France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The heatwave caused disruption to power generation, damaged infrastructure, and strained healthcare systems.
In France, public health authorities reported a nearly 30 percent increase in deaths during the week beginning June 22, coinciding with the peak of the record-breaking heatwave. Specifically, France recorded 2,025 excess deaths at the peak of the heatwave.
Across Europe, approximately 3,700 excess fatalities were reported, particularly among older individuals. The heatwave is described as the worst on record for the continent.
The prime minister of France is facing a no-confidence vote in relation to the government’s response to the crisis. Forecasters are warning of further extreme temperatures across Europe in the coming days.
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