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Germany reports over 16,000 heat-related deaths in 2026, highest since 2016

Germany's Robert Koch Institute reported over 16,000 heat-related deaths in 2026, the highest since 2016.

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The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) reported that more than 16,000 people died from heat during heat waves in Germany in 2026, the highest number since 2016. [1] Frontex has deployed patrol ships in the English Channel for the first time to support rescue operations for migrants attempting to cross from Northern France to the United Kingdom. [2] As of 2026-09-03, the Robert Koch Institute estimated that heat-related deaths in Germany reached 16,300. [3] French authorities retain full control over the rescue operations involving Frontex teams, which are strictly for support and do not include intercepting migrants at sea. [4] Frontex plans to deploy an additional Spanish patrol ship in September 2026, followed by a second vessel in October 2026. [5] The first patrol ship is currently operating off the French coast in coordination with French vessels and an aerial surveillance aircraft used by Frontex since 2021. [6] Europe is facing one of the hottest periods in recent years, with Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece hardest hit. [7]
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  1. The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) reported that more than 16,000 people died from heat during heat waves in Germany in 2026, the highest number since 2016. · Nezavisne novine
  2. Frontex has deployed patrol ships in the English Channel for the first time to support rescue operations for migrants attempting to cross from Northern France to the United Kingdom. · www.24chasa.bg
  3. As of 2026-09-03, the Robert Koch Institute estimated that heat-related deaths in Germany reached 16,300. · Nezavisne novine
  4. French authorities retain full control over the rescue operations involving Frontex teams, which are strictly for support and do not include intercepting migrants at sea. · www.24chasa.bg
  5. Frontex plans to deploy an additional Spanish patrol ship in September 2026, followed by a second vessel in October 2026. · www.24chasa.bg
  6. The first patrol ship is currently operating off the French coast in coordination with French vessels and an aerial surveillance aircraft used by Frontex since 2021. · www.24chasa.bg
  7. Europe is facing one of the hottest periods in recent years, with Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece hardest hit. · Nezavisne novine
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