Europe's Extreme Warming Linked to Climate Change
France had 52 heatwave days since mid-June, with three consecutive summer heatwaves.
75% of excess deaths involve people aged 75+, though heatwaves affect 45+ as well.
2026 saw 52 heatwave days, surpassing 2022 (33) and 2003 (22), making it the record year.
Europe experienced the most extreme warming linked to human-induced climate change, causing droughts and wildfires.