More Than 10,000 Excess Deaths Recorded During the Record Heatwave at the End of June

The record heatwave that scorched Western Europe at the end of June caused more than 10,000 excess deaths to be reported in the region. These striking figures were clarified by the analysis and reports of official health authorities.

The statistics in question were published by the official network named EuroMOMO, supported by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Compiling the region's mortality data with a standard methodology, this institution revealed the devastating effects on public health as a direct consequence of heatwaves.

This widespread loss of life once again highlighted how vulnerable European countries are to extreme weather events linked to the climate crisis. The developments brought to the agenda the need to reassess strategies to combat heat, especially for the elderly and vulnerable groups during the summer months.