A severe heat wave in Europe has caused a surge in deaths, leading to overcrowding in mortuaries. Funeral directors and grieving families are seeking alternative arrangements due to lack of space. Mortuaries in Paris are struggling to cope with the influx of bodies, with one mortuary owner fielding frequent calls from those in need of services.

Further details on the situation are available from KPRC 2, including the impact on local families and funeral homes in the affected areas.