Science · Research & academia · published 2026-08-22 · via Phys.org

Europe's summer heat waves linked to more than 30,000 excess deaths

Provisional data from EuroMomo and national health agencies indicate over 30,000 excess deaths across Europe during the summer's heat waves and drought. The deadliest period was the last week of June, with nearly 16,000 excess deaths. Germany recorded its highest heat-related death toll since records began in 2016, with people over 75 most affected.

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The provisional figures, compiled by EuroMomo and national health agencies, underscore the severity of this summer's extreme conditions. The concentration of deaths in late June, when nearly half the season's total occurred, points to a particularly intense heat episode across the continent.

Germany's experience stands out, with its highest heat-related mortality since systematic records began in 2016. The disproportionate impact on those over 75 highlights the vulnerability of elderly

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