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sante36 %The summer of 2026 records 36% more heat-related deathsConfirmed · 2 sources

The 2026 heatwave causes nearly 6,000 excess deaths in France

The summer of 2026 records 36% more heat-related deaths.

Published 7sem2 sourcesConfirmedMajorupdated 7sem
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This toll exceeds the 2003 heatwave, with 6,000 excess deaths.

Experts highlight the urgent need to improve housing insulation.

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Ce bilan alarmant souligne l’échec des politiques d’adaptation face au réchauffement climatique. Il relance le débat sur la vulnérabilité des populations, notamment dans les logements mal isolés, et la nécessité de mesures structurelles.

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