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France records 2,025 excess deaths during June heatwave.

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France reported 2,025 excess deaths associated with the heatwave that occurred from June 22 to June 28, 2026.
Health Minister Stéphanie Rist stated that the overall death toll from the heatwave represents nearly a 30 percent increase nationwide.
In the Paris region, the number of deaths during this period rose by 62 percent.
Officials warn that the death toll could potentially rise as the summer progresses and further extreme weather is expected.
The heatwave has been described as a significant health crisis, prompting concerns across Europe about the effects of rising temperatures.

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France has reported 2,025 excess deaths attributed to a heatwave that occurred from June 22 to June 28, 2026. Health Minister Stéphanie Rist highlighted this alarming statistic on July 3, adding that the death toll could potentially rise further. This increase represents nearly a 30 percent rise in deaths nationwide due to health complications linked to extreme heat.

The impact of the heatwave has been particularly severe in the Paris region, where the number of deaths increased by 62 percent compared to normal levels. The warning comes as Europe braces for more extreme weather, with forecasters predicting additional heatwaves in the coming days. The ongoing phenomenon of El Niño is also contributing to concerns about future weather patterns, raising alarm about the potential for more severe consequences across the continent.

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