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France records 2,025 excess deaths during June heatwave.

8 sourcesFirst reported 19 days agoUpdated 18 days ago

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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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