Europe Heatwave Linked to 16,000 Excess Deaths in One Week

A severe heatwave that swept across Europe caused approximately 16,000 deaths above the expected mortality baseline, according to a new analysis. The findings were published by the European Mortality Monitoring Network, which tracks death rates across the continent. The excess death toll reflects the deadly impact of extreme heat on vulnerable populations. The data underscores the growing public health threat posed by prolonged high-temperature events in Europe.