Europe's heatwave linked to 1,300 deaths, WHO says, as Germany hits record 41.7C

The World Health Organization has linked Europe's recent heatwave to approximately 1,300 deaths. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expressed concern that Europe is not adequately prepared to handle high temperatures. Germany experienced a record-breaking temperature of 41.7C during the heatwave, highlighting the severity of the situation. The WHO's warning emphasizes the need for European countries to improve their heatwave response and preparedness measures.

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