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Portugal records 284 excess deaths during heatwave

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In late June, mainland Portugal recorded its hottest ever temperature of 46.6 degrees Celsius.

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  • Portugal recorded 284 excess deaths during a heatwave, mostly among people over 85. 7s
  • Portugal experienced its hottest ever temperature of 46.6 degrees Celsius in late June. 16s
  • Spain placed over 18,000 residents into lockdown due to wildfires, following its hottest June on record. 24s
  • France suspended flights at Marseille airport because of nearby wildfires. 41s
  • Greece, Hungary, Croatia, and other Balkan countries are also experiencing extreme weather, including heatwaves, wildfires, and storms. 53s
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