Heat-Related Deaths in Europe Surpass 47,000 in 2023

New study highlights the impact of extreme temperatures and the effectiveness of adaptation measures.

Southern Europe saw the highest mortality rates, with Greece, Bulgaria, and Italy most affected.
Women and elderly people faced significantly higher risks, with mortality rates 55% higher in women.
Adaptation measures over the past two decades reduced potential deaths by 80%.
Heat waves in mid-July and late August accounted for over half of the deaths.
Experts call for continued adaptation and mitigation efforts to combat rising temperatures.