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France Heatwave: 300 Excess Deaths Reported
30 Jun
Summary
- About 300 excess deaths occurred during a recent French heatwave.
- The heatwave lasted five days, marking the year's first.
- This resulted in an approximate 14 percent increase in overall deaths.
French health authorities have confirmed that the country experienced an estimated 300 excess deaths during a five-day heatwave in May. This period marked the first significant heat event of the year for France.
Public Health France stated that this figure represents an increase of nearly 14 percent in overall mortality during the heatwave. Officials clarified that these excess deaths encompass all causes and are not exclusively linked to the high temperatures experienced.
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