Europe records over 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave
July 13, 2026
Record-breaking temperatures across Europe led to thousands of excess deaths as scientists warned of intensifying climate change effects.
Record-breaking temperatures across Europe led to thousands of excess deaths as scientists warned of intensifying climate change effects.
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German police have deployed water cannon vehicles normally used to extinguish fires and disperse violent protests to spray water over residents and tourists as the country battles an intense heatwave.
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