A heatwave in europe is reported to have caused thousands of deaths, with data suggesting around 2,700 people may have died in england and wales in may and june. The heatwave also led to record temperatures in western europe, including france, the uk, and spain, and was linked to other incidents such as drowning deaths in germany. The extreme heat is believed to have been boosted by climate change, with similar heat-related issues reported in other regions, including india.