UK Heatwaves Linked to Nearly 3,000 Deaths in Two Months
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Heatwaves in May and June 2026 led to an estimated 2,877 heat-associated deaths in England, almost double the figure reported from the UK heatwaves in June to August 2025. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warned that if more hot periods occur, this summer could see the highest number of heat-associated deaths on record.
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