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Thousands may have died in UK's exceptional May and June heatwaves

Recent exceptional heatwaves in the UK during May and June are linked to thousands of deaths and the effects of climate change.

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The brief

Exceptional heatwaves occurred across the UK during May and June. Data suggests these events may have led to over 2,700 deaths in England and Wales.

Coverage from the BBC, Bloomberg, and BusinessGreen emphasizes the role of climate change in causing these deaths. New Scientist provides additional context on how extreme heat affects the human body, while The Ecologist describes the victims as climate change casualties.

Future focus remains on the Met Office's findings regarding the link between climate change and these heat-related fatalities.

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Quick answers

How many deaths are linked to the heatwaves in England and Wales?

According to Bloomberg, the heatwaves may have led to over 2,700 deaths.

When did these heatwaves occur?

The exceptional heatwaves took place during May and June.

What caused these deaths according to the Met Office?

The Met Office attributes the thousands of deaths during the recent heatwaves to climate change.

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UK Met Office Climate Change England Wales

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