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European heatwave caused 2,300 deaths, scientists estimate

FRANCE, JUL 9 – A rapid study found 1,500 of 2,300 heat-related deaths in 12 European cities were caused by climate change, with people over 75 accounting for most fatalities.

  • A rapid analysis conducted by scientists from prominent UK institutions estimated that approximately 2,300 people lost their lives during a deadly heatwave spanning ten days in late June to early July 2025 across a dozen major European cities.
  • The heatwave became significantly hotter due to human-caused climate change, which raised temperatures by 1 to 4 degrees Celsius, increasing the death toll by about 1,500 deaths or 65% of the total fatalities.
  • The study showed that most heat-related deaths occurred quietly inside homes and hospitals, mainly affecting people over 65 and those with underlying conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or respiratory problems.
  • Dr Friederike Otto emphasized that preventing the worsening lethality of heatwaves across Europe depends on halting fossil fuel combustion, while also highlighting the urgent need to adapt infrastructure and safeguard vulnerable populations.
  • The findings suggest that without swift action on fossil fuel emissions and enhanced heat preparedness, Europe will face more frequent, intense, and deadly heatwaves affecting tens of thousands in the future.
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In fact, according to the study prepared by them, this phenomenon has caused between 23 June and 2 July about 2,300 deaths in the 12 European cities analyzed.

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ITV broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
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