Europe Battles Record-Breaking Heat: New Normal?
Europe faces a debilitating heatwave with school closures, train cancellations, and emergency meetings after heat-related deaths. UN chief urges action on fossil fuels.
Category : Climate Action
Deadly heatwave grips Europe, UN urges fossil fuel action
Europe faces a deadly heatwave with school closures, train cancellations, and heat-related deaths. UN chief Guterres urges global action on fossil fuels as temperatures hit records.
29,000 lightning strikes hit UK during heatwave storm
The UK recorded 29,074 lightning strikes in 24 hours as a thunderstorm swept southern England during a record-breaking June heatwave, with temperatures potentially reaching 39C on Thursday.
UK's Extreme Heat Adaptation Plans Dangerously Lagging
Record-breaking UK heat wave highlights lack of preparedness; Climate Change Committee warns adaptation plans lag behind, urging £11bn annual spending.
Extreme Heat: Is the UK Becoming a 40°C Country?
The UK faces rising extreme heat risks, with 40°C days becoming more likely due to climate change, experts warn in a new podcast.
Iran conflict could push oil to $100, hitting SE Asia
A potential war with Iran could send oil prices above $100 a barrel, severely impacting Southeast Asian economies already weakened by El Niño, experts warn.
1976 heatwave now 'new normal' in UK climate crisis
The extreme heat that defined the 1976 UK heatwave is now the new normal due to climate change, with average summer temperatures rising by 1.5°C since then, according to the Met Office.
Miliband: UK must stick to net zero for jobs and growth
Ed Miliband has said the UK must maintain its net zero commitments to drive economic growth and create jobs, warning that abandoning targets would harm investment.
London and New York show air pollution is fixable
Air pollution kills over 8 million yearly. London cut NO2 in 9 years instead of 200, and New York hit 50-year low. Mayors lead with data and clean air zones.
Scientists alarmed by unprecedented Greenland wildfires
Wildfires in Greenland have alarmed scientists, with satellite data showing unprecedented blazes in areas that are typically frozen, raising concerns about accelerated ice melt.
UK cod prices surge, fish and chip shops struggle
Cod prices in Britain have soared due to supply shortages, forcing fish and chip shops to raise prices or switch to cheaper alternatives like pollock or haddock.
80% of datacenters face climate hazards: study
Nearly 80% of global datacenters are exposed to extreme climate hazards such as flooding and wildfires, according to a First Street study, threatening operations and increasing costs.
Record heatwave: 40 drown in France, UN warns London 'cooking'
Forty drown in unsupervised swimming in France as record heatwave hits Europe. France sees hottest night ever, 15 Italian cities under red alert, UN chief says London 'cooking'.
Innovative shading solutions for UK homes amid heatwaves
As UK heatwaves intensify, companies and homeowners are adopting innovative shading methods, from brise-soleil to renter-friendly awnings, to keep properties cool.
How to Keep Cool in a Heatwave: Expert Advice
Learn effective strategies to stay cool during a heatwave, including hydration, clothing, and home cooling tips from experts.
DJ Alok's Sustainable Rave Tour: Green Dance Music
DJ Alok launches world tour with zero-waste, carbon-neutral raves, using solar-powered stages and recycled materials, aiming to set new eco-standard for dance music.
40 drown in France as heatwave hits record 43C
France reports 40 drownings since June 18 amid a record heatwave with temperatures up to 43°C, prompting a crisis meeting. Overnight lows hit record highs.
UN chief: London 'cooking' amid climate crisis
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warns London is 'cooking' amid a severe heatwave, urging a swift transition from fossil fuels to clean energy and launching an AI transparency initiative.
UN chief warns London is 'cooking' amid heatwave
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warns London is 'cooking' during a severe heatwave, linking it to fossil fuels. Met Office issues red weather warning as temperatures near 40°C.
Dozens of UK schools close as red heat warning issued
Dozens of schools in England and Wales are closing due to a rare red extreme heat warning, with temperatures expected to reach 40°C in some areas from Wednesday to Thursday.
London councils plant 550k trees in 7 years: interactive map
London councils have planted at least 553,621 trees since 2019, with Enfield leading at 129,389. An interactive map reveals borough-by-borough data, highlighting rewilding efforts across the capital.
Met Office: UK Could See 39C Heat This Week
The Met Office warns of exceptional heat across the UK, with temperatures potentially reaching 39C on June 25, challenging the June record of 35.6C.
Utah wildfire forces evacuations amid extreme heat
A fast-moving wildfire in Utah has forced evacuations of hundreds of homes as extreme heat continues to bake the region, officials said.
Dutch fight heat with mobile jungles and shadow art
As temperatures rise, Dutch residents are using mobile jungles, shadow art, and other creative measures to combat urban heat islands and stay cool.
Europe braces for record 44C heatwave
Europe is facing its most intense heatwave on record, with temperatures forecast to reach 44C in parts of Spain and France, prompting health warnings and fire alerts.
Extreme Heat in Eastern Europe; Typhoon Mekkhala Strengthens
Eastern Europe faces temperatures up to 40°C as Typhoon Mekkhala intensifies in the Pacific, threatening Taiwan and Japan with heavy rain and flooding.
Heatwave in Europe: Share Your Experience
Europe is in the grip of a severe heatwave. We want to hear how it's affecting you, your family, and your community. Share your stories and photos.
Rare Red Weather Warning Issued by UK Met Office
The UK Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for extreme heat on Wednesday and Thursday, with temperatures expected to reach 40°C in parts of England.
Europe heatwave: 44C forecast, France on red alert
Western Europe faces record heatwave with 44C forecast. France puts half of departments on red alert, schools closed, trains cancelled in Belgium and Paris.
Greta Thunberg warns 40°C UK heatwave 'only the beginning'
Greta Thunberg says UK leaders have 'heads buried in sand' as a 40°C heatwave hits, warning it's 'only the beginning' due to climate change, with risks to life and schools closing early.
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