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Europe Heatwaves Linked to Thousands of Excess Deaths
Severe heatwaves across Europe since May 2026 have caused over 13,000 excess deaths, overwhelming healthcare systems and highlighting climate threats.
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Severe heatwaves across Europe since May 2026 have caused over 13,000 excess deaths, overwhelming healthcare systems and highlighting climate threats.
Belgium faces the aftermath of a 12-day heatwave: rising at-home deaths, electricity prices nearing 600 euros, and a half-billion-euro economic hit.