More than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded across Europe since June 21 as the continent faces extreme heat, World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said.
In a post on X, Tedros said Europe is the fastest-warming continent on Earth, with temperatures rising at twice the global average.
He said extreme heat was putting growing pressure on health systems, schools, workplaces and power grids across the continent.
“Heat stress is often called the ‘silent killer’,” Tedros said, adding that its effects are not always immediately visible.
He said many homes, workplaces and schools in Europe were not designed to cope with such extreme temperatures.
The warning comes as parts of Europe continue to experience unusually high temperatures, prompting health alerts and renewed calls for stronger heat-health action plans.
Older people, children, outdoor workers and those with existing health conditions are among the most vulnerable during periods of extreme heat, health experts say.
Europe has faced a series of severe heatwaves in recent years, with scientists warning that climate change is making extreme heat more frequent, longer-lasting and more intense.
Public health authorities have urged governments to strengthen early warning systems, adapt buildings and workplaces, and improve protection for vulnerable groups.
The WHO has repeatedly said heat-related illness and deaths are largely preventable if countries improve preparedness, prevention and emergency response measures.
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