Heatwave leads to 3,700 additional deaths across France, Belgium, and the Netherlands
During the European heatwave in June 2026, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands saw approximately 3,700 more deaths than usual. France accounted for 2,025 of these excess deaths, primarily affecting individuals over the age of 45. Belgium documented roughly 1,200 additional fatalities between June 18 and June 29. Meanwhile, the Netherlands recorded about 480 excess deaths, the majority of which involved people aged 80 and older.
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