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Summer 2026 heat toll exceeded 50,000 deaths in European cities, analysis estimates

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Briefings

New research from London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and Imperial College London estimates over 50,000 heat-related deaths in European cities during summer 2026, with approximately two-thirds linked to human-induced climate change.

Key points

• The study estimates more than 50,000 heat-related deaths occurred in urban areas across Europe during summer 2026.
• Approximately two-thirds of these deaths are attributed to human-induced climate change according to the research.

Context

This analysis provides an estimate of heat-related mortality in European cities for summer 2026, highlighting the significant role of climate change in the health impact.

Limitations

The evidence is a single research study with an estimated 50,000 deaths and 66% climate change attribution; no other data sources or independent verification are provided.

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