Europe heat wave: Over 1,300 excess deaths, WHO says

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The WHO reported over 1,300 excess deaths in Europe attributed to the record heat wave that began in June 2023. Germany experienced a new high temperature record of 41.7 degrees Celsius amid ongoing extreme heat.

The WHO said over 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded in Europe since the record-breaking heat wave started around June 21. Germany logged yet another heat record at 41.7 degrees Celsius. Follow DW for the latest.