Germany records nearly 100 drowning deaths, many of them young men, in June heatwave

Germany experienced an alarming surge in drowning deaths last June, with 99 people, mostly young men, losing their lives. This marks the highest toll from such incidents in over two decades, highlighting the deadly impact of the extreme heatwave that swept across Europe. The intense temperatures not only forced the Eiffel Tower to close early but also led to hundreds of excess deaths. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for better public awareness and safety measures during extreme weather conditions.