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Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Pakistan's deadly floods worsened by global warming: study DW 08/07/2025

Pakistan's monsoon rains are intensified by climate change, increasing flood risks and casualties.
Environment
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

OPINION: San Francisco needs to take disaster warning a lot more seriously - 48 hills

Failure in government action led to significant loss of life during floods in Kerr County, Texas.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
Environment

OPINION: San Francisco needs to take disaster warning a lot more seriously - 48 hills

fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Rapidly intensifying Hurricane Erin becomes historic storm due to strengthening

Erin has rapidly intensified into the second-most intense Atlantic hurricane prior to September 1st, influenced by climate change.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Hurricane Erin explodes in strength to a Category 5 storm in the Atlantic near Caribbean islands

Hurricane Erin rapidly strengthened to a Category 5 storm, with maximum sustained winds of 160 mph, increasing by 60 mph in just nine hours.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | No matter the weather, Mayor Adams' co-response teams are addressing mental health, improving public safety in the city's subway system

During extreme weather, the challenges faced by teams assisting homeless people in New York City's subway system are heightened, requiring additional oversight and compassion for vulnerable individuals.
Public health
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Aviva stands by climate goals in face of US and UK net zero pushback

Aviva's CEO reaffirms the company's commitment to climate goals amid increasing pushback against net zero in the US and UK.
#wildfires
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

US research station staff evacuated from Antarctica in high-risk operation

New Zealand air force successfully evacuated three personnel from McMurdo Station in Antarctica amid extreme weather and darkness.
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Mysterious change in Earth's rotation set for TODAY

Earth's rotation is speeding up, raising concerns about potential effects on sea levels and human health.
#antarctica
Miscellaneous
fromThe Walrus
3 weeks ago

Whiteouts, Ice Roads, and Wolverines: What Working at a Diamond Mine in the Far North Is Like | The Walrus

Descending into Diavik offers a stark contrast between extreme cold and warm indoor facilities.
#heat-dome
#heat-wave
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Century-old dam under strain as floods increase in US and federal funds dry up

More than 21% of all properties downstream are at risk of flooding over the next three decades, which accounts for 18,596 properties in Dayton.
Environment
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Badwater 135 Gear Report 2025Gear to Run Through Death Valley

With heat like this, you run out of original things to say and reach for deeply trodden comparisons: it's an oven, it's a furnace, it's a sauna.
Running
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

South Korea rains: week's death toll rises to 11 with more missing

Torrential rains in South Korea have caused 11 deaths and several missing persons, highlighting the increasing frequency of extreme weather events due to climate change.
#steve-miller-band
Music
fromVulture
1 month ago

Steve Miller Ceases Touring and Blames It on the Pompatus of Weather

Steve Miller has canceled his entire 2025 tour due to extreme weather conditions affecting safety for the audience and performers.
#bonnaroo
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Trump cuts to California National Weather Service leave 'critical' holes: 'It's unheard of'

California's National Weather Service offices face severe meteorologist shortages, impacting weather forecasts amid heightened fire season risks.
Science
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
1 month ago

AI Weather Forecasts Missed the Texas Floods. Cuts to Weather Research Won't Help

AI models are struggling to outperform traditional weather forecasting methods, evidenced by recent Texas floods.
#club-world-cup
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Profound concern' as scientists say extreme heat now the norm' in UK

The hottest days people endure have dramatically increased in frequency and severity, and periods of intense rain have also ramped up, data from hundreds of weather stations shows.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Spain: Two missing as heavy rains hit Catalonia DW 07/13/2025

Two people are missing in Catalonia due to severe floods caused by torrential rains.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Irish holidaymakers urged to stay safe during Eurpean heatwave as consular cases rise 11pc in year

There has been a notable increase in Irish consular cases abroad due to rising travel activities and health risks from extreme weather.
Public health
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Is the US seeing worse flooding this summer? Here's what's happening

Record-breaking flash flooding has led to multiple fatalities across several U.S. states in a short time frame with notable intensifications in storm-related rainfall.
#heat-advisory
#flash-floods
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

Floods are getting more dangerous around the country, not just in Texas

Heavy rainfall caused severe flash floods in Texas, exacerbated by climate change.
fromwww.thelocal.it
1 month ago
Europe news

One dead as flash floods hit northern Italian town

A 70-year-old man died in Bardonecchia due to flash floods caused by torrential rain, highlighting increasing emergency weather events.
Europe news
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Violent storms strike central Europe following intense heatwave

A 63-year-old woman was killed in northern Italy due to falling trees during severe weather.
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Spain heatwave fuels raging wildfire in Catalan national park

A significant blaze is ongoing between Paũls and Alfara de Carles, leading to strict precautions in six surrounding villages due to fears of worsening conditions.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Dealing with extreme heat is a full-time job for parents of young kids - and their schools

Extreme weather can have major implications on the health and development of young children due in part to the instability it can bring.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Deadly floods could be new normal as Trump guts federal agencies, experts warn

The deadly Texas floods could signal a new norm in the US, as Donald Trump and his allies dismantle crucial federal agencies that help states prepare for extreme weather.
US politics
#national-weather-service
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Grieving Texans are angrily pointing fingers at cuts to the National Weather Service, which only had five people on duty before the deadly floods hit

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Grieving Texans are angrily pointing fingers at cuts to the National Weather Service, which only had five people on duty before the deadly floods hit

fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Like Texas, California faces major dangers when extreme floods come

Texas flash floods highlight severe risks of devastating floods in California, emphasizing the need for awareness and preparedness.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Get ready, Toronto: forecast calls for a sweltering weekend | CBC News

Environment Canada issued a heat warning for Toronto, predicting highs of 31 to 33 C, feeling closer to 40 with humidex.
#heatwave
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Extreme heat grips the continent as temperatures soar to 42C: Latest

The ongoing heatwave in Europe poses significant health risks, especially to vulnerable populations, highlighting the grave impacts of climate change.
Environment
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Europe bakes in summer's first heatwave as continent warms

Southern Europe faces a severe heatwave as climate change raises temperatures, prompting authorities to take action for public safety.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Deadly heatwave scorches Europe as schools forced to close and Paris at standstill

The Independent focuses on urgent global issues, provides accessible journalism, and reports on the ongoing European heatwave impacting health and infrastructure.
#chelsea-fc
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Weather tracker: France hit by severe thunderstorms

France faced severe thunderstorms after days of heat, bringing hail, rain, and strong winds that caused fatalities and power outages.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto could get a 'chief resiliency officer' to help deal with its extreme weather response | CBC News

Toronto is considering creating a chief resiliency officer to improve responses to extreme weather events.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Floods leave six dead and thousands displaced in China

Six fatalities have been confirmed in Guizhou province as extreme weather and flooding, exacerbated by a potential tropical cyclone, displace over 80,000 residents.
Coronavirus
Manchester City
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Man City must suffer in Orlando heat, warns Guardiola

Manchester City must adapt to extreme heat during their Club World Cup match against Juventus, with manager Pep Guardiola emphasizing the need to 'suffer'.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Other Boaters In Distress Describe Dramatic Sudden Storm That Left Eight Dead In Tahoe

Dramatic weather shifts at Lake Tahoe resulted in unexpected danger for boaters, leading to tragic incidents as storms swept through rapidly.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

What To Do In a Power Outage

"If you find yourself facing a power outage during an extreme weather event, there's many things you can do to get through it comfortably but the most important thing is to plan ahead."
DC food
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Heat waves pose a serious health risk to pregnant people. Here's what you should know | CBC News

Dr. Tali Bogler emphasized, "We do have studies that have shown that there is certainly risk for the pregnancy and for both mom and baby."
Toronto
Chicago Cubs
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Players and umpire fall ill during MLB games as heatwave grips US

Extreme heat caused health issues for MLB players and officials, showcasing the serious impact of weather conditions on athletic performance.
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