How to stay cool and safe during this summer heatwave Heat stroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when a human body’s internal temperature exceeds 40C (104F). Al Jazeera · Jul 18, 2023
Sprinkler vs. hose: which is better for your lawn? Wondering which is the best method for watering your lawn? We break down the benefits of using a sprinkler system versus watering by hand here. Tom’s Guide · Jul 18, 2023
Understanding effects of heat on mental health A heat wave is affecting parts of the U.S., including much of the Southwest, through the Southeast and parts of Europe. When temperatures soar, the heat can take a toll more than just physically. Our well-being can suffer as well. Tribune News Service · Jul 18, 2023
Europe heatwave: Is it safe to travel to Italy, Spain, Greece and Croatia? A deadly heatwave is sweeping Europe, with ground temperatures in Spain hitting more than 60C The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023
A climate expert explains the Northern Hemisphere's weird, wild summer - and what it means for Australia The Northern Hemisphere summer has brought one extreme event after another – from heatwaves to wildfires and floods. It comes as the world likely heads into an El Niño pattern, which brings a higher chance of hot, dry weather in much of Australia. The Conversation · Jul 18, 2023
Phoenix's long simmering heat poised to break records for relentless high temperatures A relentless, dangerous streak of temperatures hitting 110 degrees or more is poised to smash a record for Phoenix and for major U.S. cities showing that Earth’s summer swelter is as persistent as it is hot The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023
California ghost town disappears again as lake fills after three-year drought Whiskey Flat, once known for gold mining and wild west movies was covered again by previously drought-stricken Lake Isabella The Guardian - US · Jul 17, 2023
Jason Aldean played golf 'all day' before ending show early due to heat exhaustion Jason Aldean was forced to cut his show early over the weekend in Hartford, Connecticut, after suffering heat exhaustion. Los Angeles Times · Jul 17, 2023
Parisians are most at risk of dying in European heatwaves Faced with the urgent task of safeguarding its residents against the deadly consequences of scorching heat, Paris finds itself at the forefront of the battle against soaring temperatures. Its population is the most at risk of dying from heatwaves than any other capital in Europe. France 24 · Jul 17, 2023
The connection between crops and El Niño "El Niño's global impacts are complex and multifaceted" Salon · Jul 17, 2023
Canadian Wildfires Push U.S. Air Quality To Dangerous Levels Detroit, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. among cities with worst air quality globally. Zenger · Jul 17, 2023
Greek holiday villages evacuated as wildfires rage during scorching Europe heatwave An all-time heat record could be set in Italy, Spain or Greece this week The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2023
Another day of scorching heat to hit Southern California as crews battle wildfires Southern Californians can expect another day of scorching weather Monday as a heat wave continues to bear down on the region, bringing triple-digit temperatures and increased fire danger. Los Angeles Times · Jul 17, 2023
From Phoenix to Austin, Weeks of ‘Brutal’ Heat Stagger the Southwest Temperatures in cities like Phoenix left surfaces too hot to touch, as over one-third of the country faced a heat advisory over the weekend. Texas Observer · Jul 17, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2023 Extreme temperatures recorded across northern hemisphere Alerts issued in Italy and China as wildfires rage in Greece, and temperature in California’s Death Valley nears global record
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2023 After heat wave, wildfires force thousands to flee seaside resorts outside Greek capital Wildfires outside Athens forced thousands to flee seaside resorts, closed highways and gutted vacation homes Monday, with high winds pushing flames through hillside scrub and pine forests parched by days of extreme heat
Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023 ‘It’s really taxing’: South Florida business owners, residents struggle under record-breaking heat On a sunny Saturday afternoon on the Hollywood Broadwalk in Hollywood, Florida, Rasheeda O’Neal sat on the ledge by the beach with an umbrella over her head, waiting for her flight home.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2023 Italian media more focused on foreign coverage of heatwave than its effects Reporting of climate crisis has been lousy for years, experts say, in a country where rightwing press has been dominant
What Hi-Fi? · Jul 17, 2023 How to watch Earth — stream the new Chris Packham nature series now Make sure you know how to watch Earth with Chris Packham from wherever you are in the world. Premiere, air date and free streaming details.
Evening Standard · Jul 17, 2023 Wildfires rage near Athens as heatwave in southern Europe ‘to intensify’ The searing heat in Europe has sparked wildfires and caused mayhem with the mercury still rising
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2023 Longer heatwaves driven by ‘turbo-charged’ climate change, say scientists Record heat in Europe and the US is part of a pattern of more intense heatwaves made more likely by climate breakdown
The Guardian - US · Jul 17, 2023 Death Valley approaches global heat record as US reels from extreme weather Temperature at California national park hit 128F on Sunday as roughly one-third of Americans are under heat warnings
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2023 Leaked UK government plan to protect against climate heat ‘very weak’ Exclusive: Document ‘falls far short’ of what is needed to safeguard lives and livelihoods from heat, drought and storms, say experts
The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2023 Weather tracker: temperatures to intensify in Europe as new heatwave hits Spain, Italy, Greece and parts of Balkans to be worst affected, with some areas braced for possible 48C
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2023 Heat wave bakes southern Europe, sparking warnings to stay inside, drink water and limit exercise Italian health authorities are intensifying heat warnings as southern Europe enters a brutally hot week