France's June Heatwave Causes Nearly 6,000 Excess Deaths
France experienced nearly 6,000 additional deaths during a late June heatwave, marking the highest toll since 2003. This heatwave was also recorded as the country's third longest ever.
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France records nearly 6,000 additional deaths during late June heatwave
France's public health agency recorded an 'excess mortality' of 5,764 deaths between June 17 and July 2. While this figure remains below the excess deaths during the 2003 heatwave, researchers said it marks a 'turning point.'
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France recorded over five thousand excess deaths during a recent heatwave. This extreme weather event caused the highest death toll since two thousand three. Elderly individuals accounted for two-thirds of the total fatalities recorded. Hospitals faced significant pressure from a surge in heat-related illnesses. Scientists link these intense heatwaves to human-induced climate change.
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