Sciensano Releases Figures for the Entire Summer: Nearly 3,000 Heat-Related Deaths During 3 Heatwaves.
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In Belgium, more than 2,935 more people died during last summer's heatwaves than is usual for that time of year, a phenomenon known as excess mortality. This was reported by the Belgian health and research institute Sciensano, which published its figures on the most recent heatwave on Wednesday.
During three heatwaves combined, there were 2,935 more deaths than normal this summer. This is evident from figures from the health institute Sciensano. The majority of heat-related deaths occurred during the first heatwave, with a record number of 641 deaths on June 27.
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bd.nlIn Belgium, more than 2,935 more people died during last summer's heatwaves than is usual for that time of year, a phenomenon known as excess mortality. This was reported by the Belgian health and research institute Sciensano, which published its figures on the most recent heatwave on Wednesday.
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