Germany Heatwave Causes 100 Flood Deaths

Germany recorded the highest number of drowning cases in June since the heatwave of 2003, with 99 fatalities. The majority of the victims were young men under the age of 30, accounting for over 90% of the cases. The German Lifesaving Association predicted that men often take more risks while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and most of the drownings occurred in lakes and rivers. These deaths coincided with a heatwave where temperatures reached 41.7 degrees Celsius, leading to wildfires, disruptions in train services, and an increase in fatalities.

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