Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to rise
- Posted on June 29, 2026
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Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to rise
Europe is reeling from a devastating heatwave, with France reporting over 1,000 excess deaths, primarily among the elderly. Record temperatures have crippled infrastructure, strained power grids, and impacted vital river systems, affecting everything from nuclear cooling to agriculture. While some areas see relief, the WHO warns that such extreme events, amplified by climate change, are becoming alarmingly frequent, leaving many unprepared.
