CBS News reports more than 1,300 heat-related excess deaths in Europe since June 21, with France alone linking around 1,000 deaths to record heat last week. Europe has the oldest population of any continent, is the fastest-warming continent, and records more heat-related deaths per capita than other regions despite fewer hot days. Only 20% of European homes have air conditioning compared with 90% in the United States, while a 2007 study indicated air conditioning can reduce such deaths by 75%.