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England on track for record heat-related deaths this summer, official data shows
UKHSA estimates 2,877 fatalities during heatwaves in May and June, almost twice that recorded in 2025 seasonEngland is on track to record its highest ever number of heat-related deaths this summer after the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) announced that an estimated 2,877 people had died in the May and June heatwaves.The record was set in 2022 with 2,985 deaths, and August, traditionally the hot
Published Thursday, 30 July 2026 at 10:33
UKHSA estimates 2,877 fatalities during heatwaves in May and June, almost twice that recorded in 2025 seasonEngland is on track to record its highest ever number of heat-related deaths this summer after the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) announced that an estimated 2,877 people had died in the May and June heatwaves.The record was set in 2022 with 2,985 deaths, and August, traditionally the hottest month, is yet to arrive. The health secretary, Yvette Cooper, said: “My thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones as a result of the long and intense heatwaves.” Continue reading...
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