Spain and France face more heat after scorching June caused 2,000 deaths
Spain and France are bracing for another heatwave, with temperatures potentially reaching 44C (111F) in south-east Spain. June’s extreme weather resulted in over 2,000 excess deaths across both countries. This follows reports of fights in Paris supermarkets as residents scramble for air-conditioning units amid the ongoing heat crisis.
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Published 02 Jul 2026, 13:49 UTC · Updated 02 Jul 2026, 14:00 UTC
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