At least 12,000 excess deaths in Europe's June heatwave: AFP analysis
Published on: July 16, 2026, 10:49 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Record heatwaves across Europe caused over twelve thousand excess deaths. National statistics from nine countries revealed the significant human toll. Provisional data indicated a dramatic rise in mortality during June's heatwave. Experts warned that governments must treat heat as a health emergency. The summer is not yet over, and more data is expected.
