France Sees 2,025 Excess Deaths in June Heatwave
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France recorded 2,025 excess deaths during the June 22‑28 heatwave, a rise of almost 30 percent compared with typical mortality levels, the health minister announced on Friday. The figure reflects the total number of deaths above the statistical baseline for that week across the country.
In the Paris region, the public health authority reported a 62 percent increase in deaths for the same period, indicating a disproportionate impact in the capital area. Officials attributed the surge to the extreme temperatures that persisted throughout the week and said monitoring of health outcomes will continue as authorities assess the broader effects of the heatwave.
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