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Europe Faces Over 10,000 Deaths Amid Extreme Heatwave and Wildfires
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 2 hours ago
What happened
An extreme heatwave in Europe has caused over 10,000 deaths, mainly among the elderly, and triggered deadly wildfires in Spain. The crisis has disrupted power, closed schools, and forced evacuations across several countries.
- 01Europe records over 10,000 deaths due to extreme heatwave surpassing 40°C.
- 02Most fatalities are elderly, with heat worsening heart and respiratory diseases.
- 03Spain's wildfires caused at least 12 deaths and widespread destruction.
- 04150 firefighters combat fires amid extreme heat in Almería, Spain.
- 05Heatwave disrupts electricity and closes schools in France, Spain, and the UK.
- 06France and Belgium report significantly elevated mortality this month.
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