The Latest Breaking News on Climate

Life-threatening temperatures are gripping US cities — here are some hacks to stay cool without AC

Sweltering conditions are expected to last through the weekend

The Independent UK · Jun 29

'A Summer Surprise': Cold Weather Brings Winter Storm Warnings for Parts of Montana, Idaho and Wyoming

A rare June winter storm has brought heavy snow and freezing temperatures to parts of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming, disrupting holiday travel and posing safety risks for outdoor enthusiasts.

International Business Times UK · Jun 29

Weather tracker: North-west US hit by snow ahead of eastern heatwave

Western states experience unseasonally low temperatures but New York and Washington DC could reach 40C by end of week

The Guardian - UK · Jun 29

'July Fry': US Midwest, East Brace For Brutal Heat Dome

The Accuweather forecast sees such conditions prevailing in the Eastern states midweek. Many areas will see severe heat conditions stretching on to July 4.

International Business Times · Jun 28

Central Europe sizzles as heat records smashed in Switzerland, Denmark, Czech Republic

Europe is grappling with unprecedented heat waves, shattering temperature records from Switzerland to Denmark. Germany's infrastructure is buckling, with highway damage and advisories against non-essential train travel. France's hospitals are strained, while the UK has recorded its hottest June day ever. Italy remains under a red heat alert. Scientists link…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

Dry, windy conditions fuel explosive wildfire growth across western US

Wildfire activity intensified across the western United States over the weekend, with strong winds and dry conditions fueling flames and forcing evacuations in many spots

The Independent UK · Jun 28

Extreme Heat Is Rising Faster for Black Americans, and Researchers Say the Gap Is Growing

Extreme heat is hitting Black Americans harder due to urban heat islands, AC gaps, and chronic disease burdens. New research shows disparities will widen. Here's the data.

Medical Daily · Jun 27

Extreme heat watch: Hot, dry, windy weather hit Utah, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, fireworks restrictions ordered

Extreme heat watch in U. S: A cold front on Sunday will bring winds that could push the fire in new directions before the weather starts stabilizing next week

The Economic Times · Jun 27

Adapting to the heat: four ideas from European cities

From checking on older neighbours to greening spaces, some cities are stepping up efforts to keep people safe

The Guardian - UK · Jun 26

Dangerous weather hampers firefighters and leads to fireworks bans in western US

The largest fire in the United States has marched through thousands of acres of tinder-dry forest in Utah, fueled by conditions that fire managers and experts call unprecedented

The Independent UK · Jun 27