France reports a sharp increase in deaths during its June heatwave, particularly around the peak week beginning 22 June. Multiple outlets cite figures from Public Health France, saying the number of deaths rises by roughly 29–30% compared with the preceding week. Euronews reports an additional 2,025 deaths during the week of 22 June, which it describes as the peak of the heatwave and a record-breaking period for the country. Other reports similarly characterize the increase as nearly 30% and place it in the same timeframe.
Some coverage also highlights the broader context of unusually severe summer conditions across Europe, with NDTV noting hospitals in Paris prepare for a toll comparable to the 2003 crisis. While the specific framing differs, the core information is consistent: Public Health France records a near-30% week-on-week increase in deaths during 22–28 June, aligning with the heatwave’s highest temperatures. The reports do not provide a final national death toll beyond the week-to-week change and the additional deaths figure cited for the peak period.
