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Deaths in Paris region exceed 3,000 amid June's unprecedented heatwave

17 Temmuz 2026France 24

In June, the Paris region experienced a significant spike in mortality, with authorities reporting 1,565 excess deaths during a record-breaking heatwave. The public health agency highlighted that individuals aged over 65 represented more than 80 percent of these fatalities.
This alarming trend underscores the severe impact of extreme weather on vulnerable populations.
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This article is based on reports from France's public health agency and reflects the situation as of June 2023.