Scorching US heatwave to hit 70 million people with third ‘heat dome’ in month Temperatures of 95-105F (35-40C) are expected, spanning Gulf of Mexico coast to the Great Plains and the midwest The Guardian - US · Jul 25
Heat dome expands across the central United States, creating dangerous conditions for millions A heat dome is set to expand across much of the central United States, pushing temperatures above 100 degrees from Dallas to North Dakota The Independent UK · Jul 25
Water hauling is the new chore no rancher asked for The combination of the worst snowpack on record and fast-spreading wildfires is changing the job description for ranchers in the Rocky Mountains The Independent UK · Jul 25
In the 1930s, America planted 220 million trees across Dust Bowl farmland; decades later, thousands of km of shelterbelts still protected farms and wildlife The Dust Bowl prompted a large government tree-planting program across the Great Plains. This initiative created extensive shelterbelts to protect farmland from wind erosion and drought. These tree rows, planted decades ago, continue to shield farms and support biodiversity. While many shelterbelts remain, some have been removed or degraded over… The Times of India · Jul 25
Climate change 'exacerbating' drought across Europe, scientists say Climate change is exacerbating drought in Europe as extreme heat evaporates water supplies, scientists said in a study published this week, with low water levels disrupting shipping, farming and industry in countries including Romania and Greece. Radio France Internationale · Jul 25
11 indicted in smuggling deaths after seven found dead in shipping container in Texas rail yard Two of the 11 remain at large, including a man and a woman, according to officials The Independent UK · Jul 24
Parts of England under heat alert with 30C temperatures possible Warning in place until Sunday morning in southern and central regions after drought declared in parts of Wales The Guardian - UK · Jul 24
Hurricane Fausto strengthens into a Category 2 storm ahead of Hawaii approach Fausto has been churning in the Pacific while Tropical Storm Bertha moved along the Gulf Coast The Independent UK · Jul 24
London weather map reveals exactly when temperatures will peak during latest UK heatwave Temperatures to spike in London as new heatwave grips parts of UK Evening Standard · Jul 24
What can the Galápagos Islands’ animals teach us about the threats of El Niño? In this week’s newsletter: the archipelago at the centre of the extreme weather phenomenon could help scientists predict how other marine ecosystems will adapt to our warming climate The Guardian - UK · Jul 24
New heat dome to spread triple-digit temperatures across US More than 50 million residents could be impacted by dangerous heat The Independent UK · Jul 23
The Guardian view on Britain’s uninhabitable homes: as temperatures rise, a new approach is needed Editorial: Sadiq Khan’s heat-ready plan for London is a sensible strategy for adaptation that should provide a roadmap for other cities The Guardian - UK · Jul 23
Satellite captures striking V-shaped thunderstorm over Northern Italy linked to severe weather A powerful thunderstorm over Northern Italy displayed a V-shaped cloud pattern. This distinctive signature indicated severe weather, including heavy rain and strong winds. Arctic air advancing into the Mediterranean region fueled the storm's intensity. The storm impacted areas like Vicenza, Padua, Rovigo, and Treviso. Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites help monitor such… The Times of India · Jul 23
Tropical Storm Bertha heads for Texas after Louisiana landfall Forecasters warn of US coastal flooding, heavy rain and dangerous surf as the storm tracks west The Guardian - US · Jul 23
The Guardian - UK · Jul 23 Drought declared in parts of Wales as July on course to be driest in nearly 200 years Government agency confirms status in north Wales and Upper Severn after series of heatwaves and lack of rainfall
Evening Standard · Jul 23 Heatwave to grip London 'within days' as wildfires burn and drought declared Forecasters reveal when the next heatwave is expected to sweep London
Medical Daily · Jul 23 A First-of-Its-Kind Global Study Links Prolonged Heat Waves to Sharply Higher Mental Health Hospitalizations A 2026 Nature Health study of 2.6 million hospitalizations found that sustained heat waves are linked to significantly higher mental health hospitalizations across four countries.
The Times of India · Jul 23 France's deadly June heatwave caused nearly 5,800 excess deaths, highest toll since 2003 France recorded over five thousand excess deaths during a recent heatwave. This extreme weather event caused the highest death toll since two thousand three. Elderly individuals accounted for two-thirds of the total fatalities recorded. Hospitals faced significant pressure from a surge in heat-related illnesses. Scientists link these intense heatwaves to…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 23 I am used to hot days now. But the warm wind has really panicked me I first noticed it a couple of weeks ago on the streets of Cardiff – and it felt alarmingly wrong, writes Adrian Chiles
Bangkok Post · Jul 23 Hundreds hospitalised in Japan heatwave ‘disaster’ TOKYO - More than 450 people received hospital treatment for heat-related issues in a single day in Tokyo — the highest number since records began 16 years ago, emergency services said on Thursday.
The Times of India · Jul 23 Scientists revisit a forgotten Soviet plan to dam the Bering Strait and see if it could help protect Earth's climate Soviet engineer Petr Borisov proposed damming the Bering Strait to warm Siberia. This bold plan aimed to transform frozen lands into productive agricultural areas. Modern researchers now study closing the strait to stabilize ocean circulation. Their simulations explore impacts on the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation system. Scientists remain cautious about…
The Independent UK · Jul 23 Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in Louisiana and moves toward Texas Tropical Storm Bertha has made landfall in Louisiana
The Times of India · Jul 23 London heatwave: 37C forecast for June 24, with sunny skies London braces for a significant heatwave starting June 24, with temperatures soaring to a high of 37°C under clear skies. This warm spell is set to continue for several days, peaking again on June 26th before a gradual cooling trend begins towards the weekend.
The Times of India · Jul 23 Manchester weather forecast: Sunny intervals and overcast skies expected on July 23 Manchester will experience sunny intervals and overcast skies today. Temperatures will reach a warm 24 degrees Celsius with high humidity. Tomorrow brings cooler temperatures and continued sunny intervals for residents. Light rain is expected on July 26, with settled weather returning later. The week concludes with sunny intervals and mild…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 23 Climate crisis-driven heat ‘sucking soils dry’ as extreme drought hits Europe Analysis shows how heatwaves are making atmosphere thirstier, damaging water supplies, food production and power generation