France records around 1,000 additional deaths as extreme heat sets European records

France recorded approximately 1,000 additional deaths during a record-breaking heat wave, according to the public health agency. The World Health Organization warned that Europe is the fastest-warming continent and requires more citizen protection. These extreme temperatures also triggered wildfires in Germany, where Berlin police utilized water cannons to cool down crowds. The situation underscores the critical impact of record-smashing heat across Europe, affecting public health and causing significant environmental disruptions in multiple countries.