At least 2,700 deaths occurred in England and Wales during May and June heatwaves, researchers revealed using climate models, weather data, and excess mortality studies.
The study was conducted by three UK institutions
Jul 13, 2026
01:06 pm
What's the storyA recent study has revealed that over 2,700 people lost their lives during the UK's unprecedented heatwaves in May and June.
The research, conducted by scientists from Imperial College London, the Met Office, and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, found that more than 40% of these deaths were linked to human-caused climate change.
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