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Record Heatwave: Thousands of Heat-Related Deaths Worldwide

10/3/2025

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Heatwave Health Crisis

Spain reports 3,800 heat-related deaths this summer, an 87% rise from 2023; most victims were 65+, with heart or brain disease, including 25 heat-stroke deaths.
Japan logged record heat, with over 100,000 heatstroke hospitalizations from May 1 to early October, up nearly 3%.
British Columbia, Canada, 2021 heat wave produced record temperatures and mortality, notably among people with schizophrenia.

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Newsom Weighs Compensation

AB 1336 would extend workers' compensation for heat illnesses if safety rules fail, awaiting Gov. Gavin Newsom's decision.
Last year, Newsom vetoed a similar bill, citing ineffective compensation and heat risks.
Two decades ago, heat-related farmworker deaths spurred water and shade rules.
A report criticizes California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) for weak enforcement due to staffing shortages.

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Heatwave Health Crisis

Spain reports 3,800 heat-related deaths this summer, an 87% rise from 2023; most victims were 65+, with heart or brain disease, including 25 heat-stroke deaths.
Japan logged record heat, with over 100,000 heatstroke hospitalizations from May 1 to early October, up nearly 3%.
British Columbia, Canada, 2021 heat wave produced record temperatures and mortality, notably among people with schizophrenia.

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