Deadly climate impact: 2,700 heat-linked deaths in recent heatwaves, experts say

Experts report that recent heatwaves have resulted in over 2,700 deaths within the UK. This period marked a significant climatic shift, as temperatures of 35C or higher were recorded in May, June, and July of the same year for the first time on record. These findings highlight the deadly impact of rising temperatures on public health, linking the extreme heat events directly to the high number of fatalities across the country during these months.