Record-breaking Heatwave in Spain and Europe
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Carlos III Health Institute, World Health Organization
Spain and Europe
June 2026
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Spain recorded at least 1,028 heat-related deaths in June 2026. The first half of 2026 was the hottest on record for Spain. The WHO reports over 1,300 additional heat-related deaths across Europe.
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