Abnormal heat in Europe in 2026 and its consequences

The summer of 2026 was exceptionally hot in Europe, resulting in over 35,000 excess deaths. The highest number of fatalities was recorded in Germany, France, and Spain, with around 14,000 deaths in Germany and more than 5,000 in Spain. These figures indicate record mortality due to extreme temperatures, particularly in the UK, where the summer was the hottest on record.

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