Mexican government data showed that over 100 people have lost their lives due to extreme heat in the country in June, as climate change is forcing temperatures to hit record-high, with a number of heat waves also taking a toll on Latin American countries.
According to scientists, global warming is exacerbating adverse weather, with many countries experiencing record-high temperatures.
The data released on Wednesday by Mexican Health Ministry showed over 1,000 heat-related emergencies were reported in Mexico between June 12 and 25, of which 104 resulted in deaths.
Authorities had already reported eight deaths between April 14 and May 31, bringing the total to 112.
The major cause of death was heat stroke, followed by dehydration, according to the health ministry.
The major fatalities were reported from the northern regions of Mexico, with 64 deaths recorded in the northeastern state of Nuevo Leon and 19 in neighbouring Tamaulipas, bordering the US state of Texas, which has also been hit by extreme heat.
