Extreme heat that has been baking Europe over the last two weeks is at least partially responsible for hundreds of additional deaths, officials said.

Temperatures have topped 40°C across parts of Europe this week, piling pressure on hospitals and first responders amid a surge in emergency callouts. #EuropeNews

Europe's heatwave has claimed thousands of lives, exacerbated by climate change, disrupting power and healthcare systems.

Over 1,300 excess deaths linked to Europe heatwave: WHO