France reports 5,764 heat deaths in mid-2026
During the heatwave in France in June and July 2026, there was a significant increase in mortality rates, with the country recording 5,764 excess deaths above normal levels—a 36% rise compared to the same period. Authorities relied on health data to confirm that the extreme heat and climate change contributed to the rising number of victims, following initial estimates of approximately 2,025 fatalities. These figures are among the highest in recent years, prompting the implementation of emergency measures such as early closure of tourist attractions and cautious shutdowns of nuclear reactors to mitigate the impact on the population.
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