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The Dutch national heat plan is back in effect as temperatures soar past 30°C for the second time this summer, triggering a code yellow warning across seven provinces. Activated when heat stays above 27°C for prolonged periods, the plan urges caregivers and professionals to monitor the most vulnerable — the elderly, young children, and those with chronic conditions. Public health advice includes staying hydrated, keeping cool, and watching for heat-related symptoms like dizziness or extreme thirst. This follows a deadly June heatwave that caused an estimated 480 excess deaths, mostly among those over 80, and even prompted the KNMI’s first-ever code red. Europe-wide, June was its warmest on record, with France issuing its highest alerts in nine regions and Spain battling dangerous wildfires — a stark reminder that extreme heat is a growing, continent-wide crisis.

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