One day of extreme heat tied to 3,400 excess deaths in India, nearly 30,000 over five days: study (Carbon Brief)

Original article June 2, 2026 Priyanjali Narayan, Hindustan Times A single day of extreme heat in India is associated with an estimated 3,400 excess deaths, while a heatwave lasting five consecutive days could lead to around 30,000 additional deaths, according to a study covered by the Hindustan Times. The newspaper explains that University of California, … Continuar lendo One day of extreme heat tied to 3,400 excess deaths in India, nearly 30,000 over five days: study (Carbon Brief)