In Germany, 99 people drowned in June — the highest figure in more than 20 years, The Guardian reports, citing data from the German Life Saving Association (DLRG).

According to the organization, most of the victims were young men. More than 90% of the victims were male, and at least 40 of those who died were under the age of 30. In June, air temperatures in some regions of Germany reached 41.7°C, leading to mass visits to rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water.

The DLRG noted that such a high number of drownings had not been recorded since the summer of 2003, when 107 people died during an intense heatwave.

Extreme heat has affected many European countries. According to the World Health Organization, more than 1,300 people have died in the region since the beginning of summer. In France, according to Sports Minister Marina Ferrari, 131 people have drowned since June 19.

Last week, the Robert Koch Institute reported that at least 5,120 heat-related deaths have been registered in Germany since the beginning of the year, with most of the victims being people over 75 years old.

In France, the third heatwave since May is continuing. Due to the high temperatures, the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Musée d’Orsay are closing earlier than usual, and the organizers of the Tour de France have for the first time in history shortened the distance of one of the race stages. In many cities, Bastille Day celebratory fireworks have also been canceled because of the high risk of wildfires.

Meanwhile, in Spain, a major wildfire in the province of Almería has been brought under control; at least 12 people were killed. The phased return of residents to their homes has begun.