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Heatwaves claim roughly 18,000 lives in Germany and Spain
The summer of 2026 saw an unprecedented rise in temperatures across Europe, particularly in Germany and Spain, resulting in an increase in heat-related deaths. In Germany, the Robert Koch Institute reported approximately 14,000 heat-related fatalities, with a significant spike during the heatwave in late June; one-third of these deaths involved seniors over 75 years old, as temperatures exceeded 40°C. In Spain, heat-related deaths amounted to 4,458 cases between June 1 and August 19, marking the highest death toll since 2022. This reflects the growing impact of heatwaves and the increasing risks they pose to the most vulnerable populations.
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