2,025 dead in France from extreme heat wave, reports say

A new death toll has emerged from the ongoing heat wave in France, with reports indicating 2,025 fatalities. The figure surpasses earlier official counts of around 1,000 deaths reported last week.

The Zioneer has previously reported on the heat wave affecting France and Europe. On June 28, French health authorities reported about 1,000 deaths. Earlier, on June 24, at least 40 deaths were reported, and on June 27 a minister stated the death toll was 'higher than normal'. The new figure of 2,025 deaths, reported this morning, represents a significant increase. No further details on the time period or demographic breakdown have been provided.

2 developments

1. 23:52 · 3 JulLatest

   Revised death toll to approximately 2,025 excess deaths.

2. 09:21 · 3 Jul

   2,025 dead in France from extreme heat wave, reports say

• Developing21:24 · 22 JulFrench health authorities report at least 5,700 excess deaths in June 17 – July 2 heat wave
• Strong22:06 · 27 JunFrance sees ‘higher than normal’ deaths from heat wave, minister says
• Strong17:04 · 24 JunEurope heat wave kills at least 40 in France, temperatures to climb further
• Developing11:01 · 13 JulEurope heat wave death toll tops 10,000, Channel 14 reports

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