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Tropical Storm Norbert Forms Near Mexico: What the Pacific's Next Storm Could Mean

Tropical Storm Norbert formed off Baja California Sur as Lowell fades from its Category 5 peak and El Niño fuels an active Pacific season.

Latin Times

Philadelphia gave 340 seniors white roofs; homes cooled by 5°F, saving 560 kWh

Philadelphia tested a simple way to protect older, low-income residents from summer heat by putting reflective white roof coatings on hundreds of homes between 2001 and 2003. The Cool Homes Programme targeted elderly households living in the city’s older housing stock, where dark roofs could absorb intense sunlight and transfer…

The Times of India

Summer was the hottest ever in the US – here are the areas that saw the most drastic increases

Records were smashed from coast to coast – but some places felt the heat more than others

The Independent UK

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August Temperatures Hit Records: Copernicus flags joint-warmest month; India logs hottest August since 1901

NEW DELHI: August 2026 was the joint-warmest month ever recorded globally across all calendar months, on a par with July 2023, said Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) of the European Union’s space programme on Thursday.

The Times of India

NHS reports busiest ever summer as heatwaves drive up hospital admissions

Health secretary says extreme demand no longer confined to winter as service in England warns of knock-on effects

The Guardian - UK

Hawaii has often dodged the path of hurricanes. Why did it see so many storms this summer?

The island chain has tended to avoid the worst effects, but Hurricanes Lowell and Lala left a trail of damage this year

The Guardian - US

While Puerto Ricans protest for reliable access to water, the governor washes her hands

Leaky aqueducts and mega-projects for the wealthy exacerbate a water crisis in the US island territory

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Paris Pavement Watering Trials: City tests non-potable street spraying; heatwave cooling is brief

To mitigate the challenges posed by extreme heat, Paris is turning back to a traditional technique of watering its streets. This straightforward strategy utilizes evaporative cooling to effectively reduce surface temperatures. Research indicates that continuous application is key to achieving lasting cooling benefits. Currently, the city is maximizing its water…

The Times of India

Singapore Cool Paint Field Study: Coatings cut street heat by up to 2°C; cities gain fast cooling tool

Researchers in Singapore have pioneered an innovative cool paint aimed at addressing urban heat challenges. This specially designed coating is effective in reflecting sunlight while minimizing heat absorption. Consequently, treated areas experienced noticeable drops in surface and air temperatures, enhancing pedestrian comfort significantly. This affordable solution presents a feasible strategy…

The Times of India

Ancient Qanat Cools Seville Plaza: engineers harness solar and buried pipes; other hot cities watch

Seville has embarked on an innovative journey by reviving an ancient Persian qanat system to combat urban heat. Utilizing subterranean tunnels and harnessing solar energy, this ingenious method effectively circulates cool air, dramatically reducing both ground and ambient temperatures. As the world grapples with climate change, this groundbreaking project is…

The Times of India

Climate ‘feedback loops’ could worsen global warming by 30%, study finds

Emissions of planet-heating methane and CO2 from natural sources are worsening the climate crisis, paper says

The Guardian - US

Global heat stuck on high. Scientists say August was Earth's hottest month they've measured.

The European climate service Copernicus said the Earth just sweltered through its hottest month on record in August

The Independent UK

World must reject climate culture wars or face economic ruin, says UN’s Stiell

Warning by United Nations climate chief comes as EU data shows August 2026 was joint hottest month ever

The Guardian - UK

A stronger-than-normal El Nino alarms scientists over Galápagos wildlife and forests

The prediction that this season’s El Nino will be stronger than normal has alarmed the Ecuadorian scientific community

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One of the Top Texas House Races Could Come Down to a Single Issue: Water

As Corpus Christi reels from a severe water crisis, debates rage on at the city level and in a top targeted fight for state House District 34, currently held by a Republican.

The Guardian - UK

A season in hell: inside the 11 September Guardian Weekly

Tourism feels the heat of a changing climate. Plus: Germany’s poll shock sparks fear and dismay

Latin Times

Hurricane Lowell Leaves One Dead and Kauai in the Dark: What to Know About Hawaii's Recovery

Hurricane Lowell killed one man on Oahu and knocked out power to over 36,000 Kauai homes. See the full damage report and recovery timeline.

Medical Daily

Late Season Extreme Heat Warnings Stretch from Arizona to Arkansas with Heat Index Above One Hundred Ten

Extreme Heat Warnings run into Sept. 11 across the Southwest and southern Plains. Here is who faces the highest risk and what to watch for.

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The Times of India

In 2023, LA storms refilled shallow aquifers and reservoirs, but deep groundwater recovered only 25%

In 2023, record-setting storms brought a much-needed boost to Los Angeles's reservoirs and shallow groundwater levels. Yet, deeper aquifers, specifically those lying beneath fifty meters, showed only a slight recovery post-wet season, with just twenty-five percent of lost groundwater replenished. This highlights a crucial disparity; improvements in surface water do…

The Texas Tribune

Texas prisons seek $298 million for air conditioning. That’s a fraction of what’s needed.

It would cost $1.5 billion to fully cool all prisons, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice estimates.

The Independent UK

Hawaii’s western islands hit by fierce winds from Hurricane Lowell as thousands lose power

Strong winds uprooted trees and caused widespread blackouts on the island of Kauai

The Times of India

Hurricane Lowell leaves at least one dead, knocks out power in Kauai County

At least one person died on Oahu after Hurricane Lowell swept past Hawaii, while wind gusts above 80mph knocked out power to around 90% of homes and businesses in Kauai County as the state began cleaning up Tuesday, according to PowerOutage.com.

The Times of India

Not just Nepal: How climate change puts European Alps under threat of glacial retreat and rock fall

Alpine glaciers are shrinking rapidly, driven by escalating temperatures. The thawing of permafrost is leading to unstable cliffs, resulting in increased rockfalls. This year, the Mont Blanc massif has witnessed more frequent rock collapses. Regions previously blanketed in snow are now experiencing rainfall, which disrupts the stability of the terrain.…

The Independent UK

Nepal's flood disaster and the impact of climate change loom large in the icy shadow of Mont Blanc

Mont Blanc, western Europe's highest peak, is experiencing dramatic changes due to climate warming

International Business Times UK

Hurricane Lowell Path and Updates: Hawaii Braces for 60 Centimetres of Rain and Severe Mudslides

Hurricane Lowell is causing severe weather in Hawaii, prompting closures of schools and offices. The storm brings heavy rain, damaging winds, and hazardous surf, with warnings for Kauaʻi and Oʻahu.

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