Fourth toddler dies in France as Europe’s brutal heatwave forecast to shift east
Summary
A severe heatwave in Europe has caused at least four toddlers to die in France and led to more than 55 drownings across the country. The extreme heat, fueled by climate change, is hitting millions of people and has broken temperature records in the UK, putting a strain on hospitals and emergency services.Key Facts
- Four toddlers in France have died in heat-related incidents, including one found in a hot car and others trapped or left unattended.
- Over 55 people have drowned in France since the heatwave began.
- The heatwave is affecting about 150 million people in Europe with temperatures reaching 35°C (95°F) or higher.
- Scientists say this is the most severe and widespread heatwave ever in the region, linked to climate change from fossil fuel use.
- The UK set new records for the hottest June days, with temperatures reaching 37.3°C in Suffolk.
- London and much of southern England are under a red heat alert, meaning serious health risks even for healthy individuals.
- Hospitals and emergency services in the UK and France are overwhelmed, with some hospitals declaring critical incidents.
- Measures like school closures, travel advisories, hosepipe bans, and public alcohol drinking bans in Paris have been put in place to manage the heatwave’s effects.
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