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France’s Deadly Heatwave Revealed | Charlotte News
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France just revealed staggering numbers: over 5,700 unexpected deaths tied to its record-breaking June heatwave, with the Paris region hit hardest—nearly 2,000 excess fatalities, an 80% spike. Temperatures soared past 40°C in some areas, and nearly 40% of the deaths occurred during or right after the peak heat. This marks the deadliest heatwave since 2003, when 15,000 lives were lost. The data is a chilling reminder: climate change isn’t distant—it’s deadly, and we’re not prepared.
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