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France's death rate jumps amid heatwave
A record high in the mortality rate in France due to the severe heatwave, as the country recorded approximately 2,025 new deaths in the past week, marking a 30% increase nationwide. Paris was the most affected city, with excess mortality reaching 62%. Authorities noted that the official figures might underestimate the true extent, especially in home deaths, which increased by 91%. This comes amid the challenges of climate change, which are prompting urgent measures to mitigate the impact of heatwaves on the population.
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