Germany Records Over 12,500 Heat-Related Deaths This Year
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According to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), over 12,500 people in Germany have died from heat-related causes so far this year, surpassing previous records. The highest number of deaths was recorded in the age group of 85 and above. The heat wave at the end of June significantly contributed to these deaths, with around 9,600 occurring during that week. The RKI estimates that the actual number of deaths may be higher than reported.
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