France records over 5,700 excess deaths during June heatwave
- Posted on July 22, 2026
- By Le Monde
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France records over 5,700 excess deaths during June heatwave
The extra deaths between June 17 and July 2 this year were due to 'all causes' – none yet clearly linked to the heat, health authorities said, saying final figures would be published in the fall.