Many parts of Europe are seeing tragic consequences due to a long-standing aversion to air conditioning. Recent extreme heat has resulted in a significant rise in fatalities. Studies indicate over 20,000 heat-related deaths occurred two weeks ago.
France experienced a troubling number of excess deaths, with over 2,000 fatalities reported due to the heatwave during that period. Neighboring Belgium recorded 1,222 excess deaths, while the Netherlands saw 480.
In Paris, residents tried to find relief from the oppressive heat by cooling off in the Canal Saint-Martin, showcasing the city’s limited options for temperature control. These figures reveal the severe impact of heatwaves in regions where air conditioning is scarce or underutilized.

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