A 22-year-old man is among the latest victims of Andalucia’s unrelenting heatwave, it has emerged.
The Jaen native died of heatstroke while working outdoors, the regional health ministry said.
A 61-year-old woman from Cadiz also suddenly died while out in public, bringing Andalucia’s heat-related death toll this summer to seven.
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Both victims, who died between July 13 and August 11, had underlying health conditions placing them in high-risk groups under Andalucia’s 2025 Excessive Temperatures Health Protocol.
It comes as a series of red alerts have been issued for Andalucia this week, with highs expected to reach 44C.
From the start of summer and until August 2, health authorities recorded 897 heat-related emergencies.
Of these, 598 were treated in primary care and 299 in hospitals. Some 18 heatstroke cases required hospitalisation, seven of which proved fatal.
Nationwide, Spain has seen 1,783 deaths linked to extreme temperatures this summer, according to the All-Cause Daily Mortality Monitoring System (MoMo).
In Andalucia, 141 deaths are estimated to be heat-related – 31 more than the same period last year.
The regional protocol focuses on forecasting heatwaves, issuing risk alerts, and protecting vulnerable groups – especially people over 65, young children, those with chronic illnesses, and outdoor workers.
Other at-risk groups include people living alone, the homeless and those with limited economic means.
Health advice
Officials urge the public to avoid the sun between 2pm and 7pm.
They should also wear light clothing, hats, and sunscreen, and stay hydrated.
Outdoor workers are advised to limit heavy activity in peak heat, and babies under six months should never be exposed to direct sunlight.
It goes without saying that it is vital to stay hydrated throughout the day, and to avoid drinking alcohol while exposed to the sun.
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