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Daniel Keane

UK reported 3,200 more deaths than normal during summer heatwaves

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The UK recorded 3,200 more deaths than the five-year average during this year’s summer heatwaves, according to new data.

Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Friday showed that an extra 3,271 fatalities were reported during an extended period of extreme heat in Britain throughout June, July and August.

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