July 24, 2026
People aged 75 and older account for roughly two-thirds of the excess mortality
The vast majority — more than 9,000 — were among people aged 65 and above, according to data published by EuroMOMO
The heatwave exposed 73 percent of Spain's population to health risks at its peak
The deaths likely reflect a mix of factors such as exposure of those with comorbidities to poor air quality from smoke and toxins and healthcare disruptions
