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WHO warns: Europe is experiencing one of the deadliest heatwaves

Politiko 2026-06-28 18:33:01

WHO warns: Europe is experiencing one of the deadliest heatwaves

Europe is facing an extraordinary heatwave that has taken a heavy toll. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 1,300 people have lost their lives since June 21 as a result of the extreme temperatures that have swept the continent.

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that around 150 million people are currently living in extreme heat conditions, with the situation having far-reaching consequences on daily life, including school closures and overloading power grids.

According to AFP data, today around 191 million inhabitants are expected to experience temperatures above 35°C, while in some regions the thermometer could exceed 40°C. In parallel, other areas of the continent have been hit by strong storms, further worsening the meteorological situation.

France is among the worst-hit countries, with authorities reporting nearly 1,000 additional deaths linked to the heatwave. Health Minister Stéphanie Rist warned that the effects of the extreme temperatures could persist for several days after the weather improves.

Central Europe is also experiencing record temperatures. In the Czech Republic, 41°C was recorded for the first time at official meteorological stations, while in Germany the thermometer reached a new historical record of 41.7°C in Köschen, near the border with Poland.

Heat waves have severely affected infrastructure, causing public transport to be disrupted in several German cities. In Berlin, authorities have used special water jets to cool public areas, while in France around 36,000 households are left without electricity due to overloading and damage to the network.

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