Heatwaves may have led to over 2,700 deaths in England and Wales
Dangerously high temperatures have also hit earlier than usual.In Britain, a national record for May was set when the temperature reached 35.1 deg C at Kew Gardens in south-west London.The unprecedented pre-summer heat resulted in an estimated 550 deaths, according to the authors of the study. In June, three consecutive days of record-breaking temperatures for that month culminated in readings above 37 deg C in East Anglia, which led to a further estimated 2,200 deaths. Here’s what to knowSee more onBritainHeatwaveClimate changeWeather
- ▪Dangerously high temperatures have also hit earlier than usual.In Britain, a national record for May was set when the temperature reached 35.1 deg C at Kew Gardens in south-west London.The unprecedented pre-summer heat resulted in an estima
- ▪In June, three consecutive days of record-breaking temperatures for that month culminated in readings above 37 deg C in East Anglia, which led to a further estimated 2,200 deaths.
- ▪Here’s what to knowSee more onBritainHeatwaveClimate changeWeather
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Heatwaves may have led to over 2,700 deaths in England and WalesSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxIn Britain, a national record for May was set when the temperature reached 35.1 deg C at Kew Gardens in south-west London. PHOTO: EPAPublished Jul 13, 2026, 10:37 AMUpdated Jul 13, 2026, 10:37 AMSet as preferred sourceSummariseHeatwaves this summer in England and Wales may have caused over 2,700 deaths, with climate change raising temperatures by 3-4°C and contributing to over 40% of these deaths.Record-breaking temperatures in May and June led to an estimated 550 and 2,200 deaths respectively, marking earlier and more severe heat impacts than usual.Experts warn these heatwaves are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change, affecting health,…
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