10,000 Excess Deaths During June European Heatwave, Official Data Show

A recent official report revealed that over 10,000 excess deaths occurred across Europe during a severe heatwave in late June. The majority of those who died were aged 65 and older, highlighting the vulnerability of older populations to extreme weather. This data underscores the urgent need for better climate adaptation strategies and highlights the increasing impact of climate change on public health, raising concerns about the future as global temperatures continue to rise.