Europe heatwave linked to 212 deaths in Spain in just four days (opens original article in a new tab)

A severe heatwave in Europe caused 212 deaths in Spain over four days, according to official estimates, with record temperatures and tropical nights exacerbating public health risks.

• A severe heatwave in Europe was linked to 212 deaths in Spain between Sunday and Wednesday.
• MoMo monitoring system reported an excess mortality of 98 deaths during the same four days in 2025.
• Spain recorded its highest daily average temperatures in June since at least 1950, with tropical nights posing public health challenges.