Category : Air Quality


Deep Freeze and Snowfall Hit Southern US

Unusually cold temperatures and significant snowfall have swept across the southern United States, causing widespread disruptions to travel, schools, and infrastructure.

1926: Industrial Pollution in Yorkshire Dales

A 1926 country diary entry laments how industrial pollution from northern towns reached remote Yorkshire landscapes, with smells from Lancaster oilcloth works detected at Ribblehead.

US Bomb Cyclone: Record Cold, Snow, and Iguana Fallout

A powerful bomb cyclone has brought freezing temperatures and heavy snow to millions across the eastern United States, resulting in two fatalities in North Carolina and causing iguanas to fall from trees in Florida.

UK Ice Warnings After Weeks of Heavy Rain

Yellow weather warnings for ice have been issued for South West England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with icy patches expected on untreated surfaces and risk of injuries from slips.

Antarctica's Sky: The World's Bluest?

Scientific analysis reveals why Antarctica likely has the world's bluest sky, with high altitude and minimal pollution creating intense sapphire hues.

Australia Heatwave Breaks Records with 49°C Temperatures

A severe heatwave is gripping south-eastern Australia, with temperatures forecast to reach 49°C in some regions, potentially breaking state records. Bushfires continue to burn out of control in Victoria, causing water supply issues.

Severe Winter Storms and Deep Freeze Hit US

A succession of powerful winter weather systems brings heavy snow, freezing rain, and extreme cold to 26 US states, causing travel disruption, power outages, and fatalities.

Storm Chandra Brings Flooding and Snow to UK

The Met Office warns Storm Chandra will bring torrential rain and high winds to south-west England, with flooding likely. Amber warnings issued as search continues for missing kayaker in Devon.

Yellow Rain Warning for South London

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across South London, with potential transport disruption and flooding expected on Tuesday.

US Winter Storms: Snow, Ice and Freeze Hit 26 States

Severe winter weather blankets the US with heavy snow, freezing rain and extreme cold across 26 states, causing travel chaos and power outages. Meanwhile, Storm Joseph threatens Portugal with torrential rainfall.

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