Event Brief
WHO links 1,300+ excess deaths to Europe heatwave
Filed: Jun 29, 2026 at 11:04 AM ET
Summary: WHO says more than 1,300 excess deaths have been linked to Europe’s record heatwave since June 21.
WHO: World Health Organization (WHO)
WHAT: WHO warned that more than 1,300 excess deaths have been linked to Europe’s heatwave.
WHEN: Jun 29, 2026 at 8:14 AM ET
WHERE: Europe
WHY: The record-breaking heatwave since June 21.
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