WHO: Heatwave causes over 1,300 deaths in Europe

The World Health Organization announced that Europe has recorded over 1,300 excess deaths since June 21 due to the ongoing heatwave. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated on X that 150 million people are living in extreme heat conditions, leading to hundreds of deaths, school closures, and severe pressure on electricity grids.

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More than 1300 additional deaths were recorded from June 21 in relation to high temperatures in Europe.

France is experiencing a decline in heatwave intensity, with red alerts now limited to two eastern departments. However, Health Minister Stéphanie Rist warned that the impact of the extreme heat could persist for up to ten days after temperatures drop, stating, "The episode is not over." Storms have also caused power outages for thousands of households in northern and central France.

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150 million people are living in extreme heat conditions, hundreds have died, schools have closed, and power grids are under severe pressure.

Meanwhile, Central Europe has seen new temperature records. The Czech Republic registered 41.1°C in Doksany, marking the first time temperatures have reached this level in its official network. Germany also recorded a preliminary record of 41.7°C in Coschen. Berlin police are using water cannons to help residents cool down, and train and tram services have been affected in some regions.

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It is the first time we have recorded a temperature of 41 degrees Celsius in our official network of weather stations. Temperatures continue to rise, so this is not the final peak.