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Europe's Deadly Heatwave Kills 1,300 as Germany Hits Record 41.7°C
The Hindu·Sunday, 28 June 2026
The World Health Organization says more than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded across Europe during the current heatwave. At least 191 million people faced temperatures of 35°C or above on June 28, with Germany, Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland among the worst hit. WHO chief Tedros warned that Europe is not prepared for such extreme heat.
Why It Matters
Europe's repeated failure to handle extreme heat is a preview of what more countries will face as climate change intensifies — a direct concern for a country like India that already battles deadly summers.
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