WHO reports over 1,300 heat-related deaths across Europe
The World Health Organisation has confirmed that more than 1,300 excess deaths have occurred across Europe since 21 June amid record-breaking heatwave conditions.
By Europa Express28 Jun 2026 · 12:00 CETUpdated 28 Jun 2026 · 12:00 CET
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According to a report by The Local, the World Health Organisation has attributed more than 1,300 excess deaths to the extreme temperatures currently affecting much of the European continent. These figures encompass the period beginning on 21 June, during which time many regions experienced record-breaking heat.
The data highlights the ongoing public health impact of the heatwave as temperatures remain high across the affected areas. No further details regarding the specific geographical breakdown of these fatalities were provided by the organisation.