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European Summer Heatwaves Linked to 50,000 Deaths

Two peer-reviewed studies indicate that extreme heat during European summers may have caused approximately 50,000 excess deaths, primarily in urban regions. The findings highlight a significant public health concern related to heatwaves across the continent. AI

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European Summer Heatwaves Linked to 50,000 Deaths

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Jamie Hailstone, Contributor ·

    Summer Heatwaves Linked To 50,000 Deaths In Europe, Study Finds

    Two peer-reviewed papers claim the excess heat deaths are likely to have occurred in urban areas during the across the continent.