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Belgian 112 hotline malfunction criticized after heat wave

Emergency services faced scrutiny after Belgium’s 112 hotline reportedly failed during a heat wave that killed 1,200 people.
WHO: Emergency services
WHAT: Belgium’s 112 hotline “did not function properly” during the heat wave crisis, drawing scrutiny of emergency services.
WHEN: Jul 3, 2026 at 5:57 AM ET
WHERE: Belgium
WHY: Cause not yet established.

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