Spain reports over 5,000 heat deaths

The article discusses the rise in heatwave-related deaths in Spain from June to August 2026. The country recorded over 5,000 fatalities, marking a record high since data collection began in 2015. Elevated temperatures led to deaths especially during July and August, with 2,149 deaths in August, 2,025 in July, and 937 in June, totaling 5,111 cases — surpassing the previous record of 4,652 set in 2022. The National Weather Agency forecasts further temperature increases in September, with warnings that the heat may exceed normal levels by about 10 degrees Celsius. This follows July 2026 being the hottest summer month on record, accompanied by widespread damage such as wildfires and severe droughts.

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