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France: Heat Wave: 2026/06/21
GLIDE: HT-2026-000097-FRA
| Period | 2026/06/21 |
|---|---|
| Country or District | France |
| Event Type | Heat Wave |
| Outline | A widespread, intense late-June heatwave in Europe including France has shattered numerous temperature records and had major impacts on human health, ecosystems, agriculture, infrastructure and labour productivity. France has recorded 1,000 more daily deaths than expected during the worst three days of a record-breaking heatwave in Europe, according to the country's public health agency. |
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| Human Impact | Physical Impact | Others |
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Santé publique France (SPF) 2026/07/03
An increase of +29.1%, corresponding to 2,025 additional deaths compared to the previous week (8,973 deaths of all ages and from all causes were recorded during the week of June 22 to 28, 2026, compared to 6,948 during the week of June 15 to 21) *unconsolidated data
Santé publique France (SPF) 2026/06/28
Since 24 June 2026, approximately 1,000 additional deaths (figures not yet consolidated) have been observed compared to the deaths recorded in previous months.
