BEIJING - Typhoon Gaemi lashed towns on China's coastal Fujian province on Friday with heavy rains and strong winds as the most powerful storm to hit the country this year began its widely watched trek into the populous interior.
Typhoon Gaemi and the massive floods it set off hit hard those already eking hardscrabble lives.
Transpower report for the week to 21 July 2024 New Zealand's emissions were down in the March quarter, 8% lower than their peak in March 2019, partly due to a decrease in agricultural emissions.
TAIPEI/BEIJING: Typhoon Gaemi swept through northern Taiwan on Thursday, killing two people, bringing floods and snarling traffic, before heading across the sea and into China where it is expected to dump more torrential rain.
Typhoon Gaemi swept towards southern China on Thursday after killing at least two people in Taiwan, with nine sailors missing after their cargo ship sank in stormy weather.
Campaigners say sudden sale suggests Abrdn’s use of Scottish countryside was ‘get-rich-quick scheme’ A Scottish estate that became a lightning rod for disputes over wealthy “green lairds” buying up the Highlands has been unexpectedly put up for sale. The Far Ralia estate in the Cairngorms has gone on the market for £12m, three years after it was bought for £7.5m by an investment trust run by Standard Life, now Abrdn, as a way to offset carbon emissions from its properties. Continue reading...
With heat waves and wildfire smoke emergencies increasing, there's not always a clear pathway for states to access federal aid.
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Gaemi, the first typhoon of the season to affect Taiwan, is expected to make landfall on the northeast coast between sometime on Wednesday night and the early hours of Thursday, according to the island's Central Weather Administration.
States, tribes, local governments and territories sent in proposals aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
ATHENS - Yannis Asimakopoulos has worked as a food delivery driver in Athens for 17 years and cannot recall a hotter summer as a new heatwave gripped Greece this week.
The weather's hotting up in the UK but will be have a heatwave?
MADRID - Spain will suffer its first heatwave of the summer starting on Thursday, the meteorology service AEMET said, as the government kicked off on Wednesday a heat risk awareness campaign for people working mostly outside.
BELGRADE - The Balkans, along with much of Europe, continued to swelter in a prolonged heatwave on Wednesday, triggering forest fires and drying up a Serbian lake for the first time, as a meteorologist warned such heatwaves could become more regular.
The mini heatwave has sparked the UK Health Security Agency to sound the alerts for large swathes of the UK.
KYIV - Ukrainian power grid operator Ukrenergo has started emergency shutdowns of some consumers in seven regions amid a record heatwave and after the failure of power equipment, the company said on Tuesday.
Nearly 300,000 residents without electricity as governor gives company until end of month to address outages Power outages persist in Houston, Texas, after Hurricane Beryl tore through the area last week leavings hundreds of thousands of residents without electricity in the middle of a brutal heatwave. Nearly 300,000 customers have now gone almost a week without electricity and air conditioning during excessive heat where temperatures are reaching 94F (34C). Continue reading...
Blazing temperatures force people to find new ways to keep their pets safe, cool and occupied: ‘They sit, pee and go home’ Heat-resistant bootees, frozen bananas and pet sunscreen – it takes a lot to keep dogs safe during a nationwide heatwave. As pet owners across the US try to keep cool themselves, they’re changing dog-walking habits to accommodate boiling sidewalks or scorching parks, relying on indoor pet games to relish air conditioning, and embracing what has become a new normal for the dog days of summer, as extreme heat becomes an increasingly common reality. Julie Nashawaty, a professional dog walker who lives in Boston, says her various trips to take pups out around the city have become shorter, as the temperatures reached 90 to 100 degrees this week. “These are really quick breaks...
Greece experiencing most severe wildfire risk in two decades and some reservoirs hit lowest levels in a decade Southern and eastern Europe will continue to experience a heatwave throughout much of this week, with daytime temperatures across the Balkans widely reaching the high 30s to low 40Cs; over 7C above the seasonal norm. Night-time temperatures will also remain elevated, often well into the 20Cs. And in densely urbanised areas such as Athens, Greece, night-time temperatures are forecast at or above an uncomfortable 30C due to the urban heat island (UHI) effect. During a heatwave, the UHI effect intensifies urban temperatures because heat-absorbing materials, reduced vegetation and human activities retain the sun’s warmth overnight, which leads to increased health risks and energy demands...
Evidence is mounting that some time over the past few months, China’s greenhouse gas emissions peaked. If so, it is likely that a global decline has begun.
Droughts, cyclones, floods and extreme temperatures – these are the ‘new abnormal’ of a world in which weather-related events are becoming increasingly prolonged, intense and frequent. While Africa contributes only 2 to 3 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions and it is the least responsible for the global climate emergency, the continent has emerged […]
The tech giants both report surges in greenhouse gas emissions as they double-down on adding artificial intelligence to all of their products.
Ammonia could be a nearly carbon-free maritime fuel, but without new emissions regulations, its impact on air quality could significantly impact human health.
Nearly 34 million people in those cities, or 15% of the US population, experiencing temperatures higher than in surrounding areas Almost 34 million people in 65 major US cities, or 15% of the country’s population, are experiencing temperatures that are 8F higher than their surrounding areas, according to a new analysis from Climate Central, a non-profit research group. That is largely due to built environments like parking lots and asphalt sidewalks, and a lack of trees, that contribute to what’s known as the urban heat island effect. Continue reading...
Artificial intelligence is an electricity hog. Google says its total greenhouse gas emissions climbed nearly 50% over five years, mostly due to electricity that powers AI data centers.
Forecast predicts ‘most dangerous portion of the heatwave’ would last through Tuesday evening in Pacific north-west The Pacific north-west braced for more sweltering temperatures on Tuesday as authorities in Oregon reported multiple heat-related deaths, with forecasters warning that the dangerous weather wasn’t over yet. Officials in Multnomah county, which includes Portland, have said they are investigating four suspected deaths tied to the heatwave, which has cooked the region in triple-digit temperatures for days on end. Continue reading...
[The Conversation Africa] Since the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, the world has seen an incredible surge in investment, development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications. According to one estimate, the amount of computational power used for AI is doubling roughly every 100 days.
Government urged to enforce more stringent rules amid target to build 1.5m new homes this parliament Labour must stand firm against special pleading from housebuilders, who are likely to argue against fitting out new homes to stringent green standards, experts have warned. The chancellor, Rachel Reeves, laid out sweeping changes to the planning system on Monday in her first speech on reviving economic growth while pursuing the climate goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Continue reading...
Average number of heatstroke-related deaths each year has increased six fold since 1995 Japan’s meteorological agency has issued a heatstroke alert for 26 of the country’s 47 prefectures, urging people not to go outside unless absolutely necessary, to use their air conditioners during the day and at night, and to drink plenty of water. Authorities in Japan issued the extreme heat warnings after the temperature reached 40C for the first time this year on Sunday, as the country swelters in the grip of another heatwave. Continue reading...
The sacred Shiv Lingam at the Amarnath cave shrine has started melting due to a heatwave, despite the annual yatra commencing just over a week ago. Over 150,000 devotees have already visited the shrine located at 3,880 meters in Jammu and Kashmir. Severe heatwave conditions have gripped north and central India, including the region around the shrine.
Google recently said AI was responsible for a 48 per cent rise in its greenhouse gas emissions.
A Harvard-led study in Lancet Planetary Health shows 33,000 annual deaths from air pollution in 10 Indian cities. Mumbai has 5,100 deaths, Delhi 12,000, due to PM2.5 pollutants below Indian but above WHO standards, affecting daily mortality rates (7%). The study urges stricter air quality standards and control measures against microscopic pollutants’ short-term exposure.
Biden hopes the same waterways that spurred westward expansion can cut greenhouse gas emissions. Environmentalists aren’t so sure.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 129, Issue 13, 16 July 2024.
When a recent consultation on Emissions Trading Scheme settings suggested a lower pricing corridor for NZUs, prices in the secondary carbon market plummeted and have continued to stay moribund.
The Paris Olympic village, which was designed without air conditioning to reduce carbon emissions, will be fitted with 2,500 temporary cooling units when athletes arrive later this month, organisers said on Tuesday - albeit at the expense of the countries who have demanded AC.
Budget trailer language released Friday in California would give businesses until 2028 to start reporting their greenhouse gas emissions.
The port of Pichilingue, in northwestern Mexico, faces challenges in decarbonising its activities, as do other maritime infrastructures in the country, while its polluting emissions are increasing. The port, on the Pacific coast, has docks for ferries and merchant ships, and offers services such as drinking water, food, fuel, electricity and garbage collection, to serve […]
CNN — Growing up in Texas, Mary Beth Walsh thought she was accustomed to high temperatures. Her hometown of Dallas, which is currently being blasted by unrelenting heat, frequently experiences heat waves. But when the 21-year-old visited Athens in mid-June with her friends she was shocked by the “unbearable” 98 Fahrenheit (37 Celsius) heat she faced. … The post Heat waves in Europe are getting more dangerous. Here’s what that means for travelers appeared first on Egypt Independent.
New research found that the monthslong fires produced nearly four times the carbon emissions that airplanes do in a year.
The carmaker's 112 violations allegedly released toxic emissions over the last five years, the area's air quality board said.
Denmark’s bill, which has broad consensus support, targets greenhouse gases emitted by the country’s cows, pigs and sheep. New Zealand axed plans for a similar tax.
World’s first emissions tax on agriculture will require farmers to pay for greenhouse gas pollution from livestock Farmers in Denmark will have to pay for planet-heating pollutants that their cattle expel as gas, after the government agreed to set the world’s first emissions tax on agriculture. The agreement – reached on Monday night after months of fraught negotiations between farmers, industry, politicians and environmental groups – will introduce an effective tax of 120 kroner (£14) per ton of greenhouse gas pollution from livestock in 2030, which will rise to 300 kroner per ton in 2035. Continue reading...
The agency may not be able to efficiently deliver forecasts and warnings to people experiencing heavy rains, flooding and extreme temperatures.
Germany’s State Secretary and Special Envoy on International Climate Action, Jennifer Morgan, has emphasized the need for urgent climate action and called on G20 nations to do more to curb greenhouse gas emissions. The G20 comprises 19 developed and developing nations, the European Union and, since 2023, the African Union. It represents the world’s biggest […]
America is roasting under a brutal heatwave with 100 million under heat warnings as temperatures soar nationwide.
Companies that supply aviation fuel would have to offset the carbon emissions by funding cleaner transportation fuel projects.
America is set to feel the heat this weekend with more than 100 million people under deadly heatwave alerts and temperatures set to hit record highs.
New Delhi CNN — Nights are getting uncomfortably and dangerously hotter in India’s capital as people in the world’s most populous nation feel little respite from unrelenting temperatures. Northern India has endured a scorching summer, with one part of Delhi reaching 49.9 degrees Celsius (121.8 degrees Fahrenheit) in late May — the capital’s highest temperature … The post ‘My body can’t take it’: Brutal nighttime temperatures give Delhi residents little respite from India’s searing heatwave appeared first on Egypt Independent.
The settlement, described as a “world first,” will legally require Hawaii’s transport department to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The official death toll from this year’s Hajj pilgrimage has soared to almost 500 and the true toll could be more than double that as reports emerged that as many as 600 Egyptian worshipers perished on the route to Mecca amid extreme heat. At least 14 Malaysians, 165 Indonesians, 68 Jordanians, 35 Pakistanis, 35 Tunisians, … The post Nearly 500 confirmed fatalities from Hajj heatwave as hundreds more feared dead appeared first on Egypt Independent.
BELGRADE - People braving scorching temperatures sought relief in Belgrade's Ada Ciganlija lake, fountains and cafes on Thursday while the Serbian government ordered employers to protect outdoor workers from the heatwave.
Environmentalists blamed Assembly Democrats for failing to tackle major bills to slash greenhouse gas emissions.
India Meteorological Department forecasts light to moderate rain and winds in various parts of Delhi NCR and surrounding regions, providing relief from the severe heatwave and sweltering temperatures.
NEW DELHI/GUWAHATI - India recorded more than 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases this summer as a prolonged heatwave killed more than 100 people across the country, while parts of its north-east grappled with floods from heavy rain, authorities said.
An intense heatwave has affected millions of Americans this week in the Midwest and Northeast.
IMD forecasts heatwave in North India until Wednesday due to an approaching western disturbance towards northwest India. Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh experience heatwave conditions. Maximum temperatures in the region reach 47.6 degrees Celsius in Prayagraj.
The Post examines whether new government strategy will make hydrogen a fuel of the future and help city reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Increasing use of fans, air coolers and air conditioners is placing ‘serious’ strain on grid in north of country Engineers in India have warned of the possibility of prolonged power outages in the north, where a heatwave has brought misery for millions of people. Demand for electricity has soared due to fans, air coolers and air conditioners being run constantly, placing a strain on the grid in Delhi and elsewhere in the north. Manufacturers of air conditioners and air coolers report sales rising by 40-50% compared with last summer. Continue reading...
Experts are warning Americans to be mindful of their pets during the dangerous heatwave this week. Dogs and cats are at high risk of heatstroke and vets shared signs to spot the condition.
Taiwanese giant TSMC tumbled with several other leading chip makers Friday as traders returned from a typhoon-imposed two-day break to play catch-up with a global tech rout.
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs and The Cairngorms have joined the new initiative to half their carbon emissions by 2030.
The storm has made landfall in Taiwan, unleashing torrential rain and strong gusts that have claimed at least three lives. Typhoon Gaemi also exacerbated rains in the Philippines, flooding the capital, Manila, and nearby cities, forcing authorities to shut schools, offices and declare a state of calamity Typhoon Gaemi: oil tanker and cargo ship sink amid stormy seas In pictures: monsoon rains strike Philippines Continue reading...
The superstorm has caused downpours and strong gusts as it makes landfall, killing three people and injuring more than 200 Typhoon Gaemi has made landfall on Taiwan’s eastern coast, unleashing torrential rainfall and whipping winds across the island that left three people dead. On its path to Taiwan, Gaemi also exacerbated seasonal rains in the nearby Philippines, triggering flooding and landslides that killed six. Continue reading...
Scotland must cut aviation emissions while improving the number of flight connections, according to a new SNP strategy which has been dismissed as 'hot air'.
We ask ourselves whether the world is too dark now for something so wholesome. Then the torch is lit, and there’s magic in the air It feels a little embarrassing to be a grown adult excited for the Olympics . I am not sure why. Perhaps it’s the unequivocal joy. That feels childish. Why would I believe something good could happen? When was the last time something good happened? Oh, it’s so easy to be cynical about things. I’m really good at it too. If I were to play to my strengths, I should go on about how devastating the Olympics is to the economy of the host nation, how commercial elements have hijacked every last corner of the games, and I could maybe even make some vague reference to the carbon emissions required to get all the athletes to Paris, but not in such a way that would necessitate...
Relentless rain drenched the northern Philippines on Wednesday, triggering floods in Manila and landslides in mountainous regions as Typhoon Gaemi intensified the seasonal monsoon.
A 56-year-old woman died from high temperatures and dehydration at Quail Creek State Park in Utah on Sunday, with temperatures reaching 106°F. Despite rescue efforts, she was found unresponsive and pronounced dead. This year’s heatwave has claimed multiple hiker lives in the Southwest, including recent fatalities in Grand Canyon, Death Valley, Snow Canyon, and Canyonlands National Parks.
Observatory cancels standby typhoon signal at 12.20pm.
Tourists and residents swelter in heat as temperatures rise to 44C in Spain, with forest fires in Greece and Croatia A fierce heatwave is continuing to roll across southern and central Europe, bringing temperatures of up to 44C (111.2F) to parts of Spain, sparking forest fires in Greece and Croatia, and prompting governments to urge people to take special care as the mercury rises. In Spain, the state meteorological agency, Aemet, said temperatures on Friday could hit 40C across large parts of the country – and even 44C in areas of Andalucía – as the first heatwave of the summer hit. Aemet said the high temperatures, caused by a mass of “very hot, dry and dusty air” from North Africa, were expected to last until Saturday. Continue reading...
SPLIT, Croatia - Tourists in their hundreds of thousands are seeking relief this week from Croatia's scorching heatwave in the Adriatic Sea, although water temperatures are also touching all-time highs.
Meteorologists have said there is going to be little respite over the coming days, with hot air coming from Africa set to bake Greece and wider region until Sunday.
ATHENS - Greece shut the Acropolis, its most visited ancient site, for several hours in the afternoon on Wednesday as the country baked in yet another heatwave that sent temperatures up to 38 degrees Celsius (100.4°F).
KYIV - An abnormal heatwave seen in Ukraine in the last few weeks will begin to ease on Thursday making way for rain in most of the country, the state weather forecaster said on Wednesday.
ROSTOV REGION, Russia - Under the sweltering sun and in temperatures of 50 degrees Celsius, farmers in the Rostov region, Russia's breadbasket, toil to salvage a harvest battered by heatwave, frosts and floods.
A report from the Highlands and Islands Enterprise shows reducing emissions in the region could create several economic opportunities.
Figure represents 64-66% of global output of tetrafluoromethane and hexafluoroethane, MIT study finds Emissions of two of the most potent greenhouse gases have substantially increased in China over the last decade, a study has found. Perfluorocarbons are used in the manufacturing processes for flat-panel TVs and semiconductors, or as by-products from aluminium smelting. They are far more effective at trapping heat in the atmosphere than CO2, and can persist in the Earth’s atmosphere for thousands of years, unlike CO2 which can persist for up to 200 years . Continue reading...
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa aims to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Over 245 million Americans are expected to experience 90F temperatures early this week, with some as high as 105F A heatwave that impacted the US west coast over the past week is now moving east into the midwest and south-east, as millions of Americans have been under a heat alert at some point in the past week. “Numerous near record-tying/breaking high temperatures are possible over the central High Plains and Southeast Sunday, and along much of the East Coast by Monday,” reported the National Weather Service. Continue reading...
The increased danger of heat waves is not occurring equally in all regions — in the hot, dry conditions of the Southwestern U.S., heat wave intensity and frequency is increasing particularly rapidly.
Hundreds of Europeans touring the American west and adventurers from around the US are being drawn to Death Valley national park, even though the desolate region known as one of Earth’s hottest places is being punished by a dangerous heatwave, which was blamed for a motorcyclist’s recent death Continue reading...
Houston’s healthcare system was overwhelmed because some patients could not be discharged amid a heatwave.
A two-year-old Arizona girl sweltered to death after she was left in a steaming hot car for at least half an hour during a triple-digit heatwave that saw temperatures reaching up to 109 degrees.
Climate adviser Ali Zaidi will ask more schools to commit to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50 percent within the next 10 years.
The social and economic impacts of this boom have provoked reactions around the world.
PHOTO: New Zealand Highland Cattle Society As the Government moves away from pricing farm emissions and looks to reduce methane targets, farmers are coming under increasing pressure from their customers to reduce...
Tens of millions of Americans are facing major heat waves, but in big cities, the heat hits hardest for people of color and low-income residents.
Heat warnings or advisories in effect for states on west coast, east coast and south, with more extreme highs forecast A fierce heatwave that shattered records this weekend will again grip much of the US on Monday, with more than 36 million Americans under excessive heat warnings. The dangerous temperatures caused the death of a motorcyclist in California’s Death Valley. And they posed challenges for firefighters working in sweltering conditions to battle a series of wildfires across the state. Continue reading...
New York CNN — As Google has rushed to incorporate artificial intelligence into its core products — with sometimes less-than-stellar results — a problem has been brewing behind the scenes: the systems needed to power its AI tools have vastly increased the company’s greenhouse gas emissions. AI systems need lots of computers to make them … The post Google’s greenhouse gas emissions are soaring thanks to AI appeared first on Egypt Independent.
CNN — When Hurricane Ida battered Louisiana with catastrophic flooding and powerful winds in August 2021, more than 1 million people lost power. Then came the heat wave. Temperatures rose above 90 degrees Fahrenheit — a sucker punch to those sweltering in their homes, unable to turn on air conditioning as power outages stretched on … The post Heat waves are getting longer and more brutal. Here’s why your AC can’t save you anymore appeared first on Egypt Independent.
California firefighters battled multiple blazes in record heat Friday, with a new fire breaking out near the famous Yosemite National Park even as a large inferno further north came under control.
BEIJING - China's weather bureau warned on Thursday that a prolonged heatwave forecast in the country's eastern, central and southern regions in July may hit production of rice and cotton, as extreme weather continues to threaten its food production.
General Motors will pay a penalty of nearly $146 million and take other steps to resolve excess emissions from nearly 6 million vehicles on the nation’s roads
The company said last week it would eliminate all of its diversity, equity and inclusion roles; end sponsorships of “nonbusiness activities” like Pride festivals; and withdraw its goals for reducing carbon emissions.
Google, despite its goal of achieving net-zero emissions, is pumping out more greenhouse gas than before as it powers data centers needed to support artificial intelligence, the company said.
Climate activist lawyers have put the government on notice that it has broken the law by abandoning the previous government’s emissions reduction plan with no plan to replace it until 2026.
Sweltering conditions and power shutoffs may overlap with errant fireworks or badly tended campfires A brutal and long-lasting heatwave is threatening to wreak havoc across California this week, as sweltering conditions, power shutoffs and a severe uptick in wildfire risks coincide with 4th of July celebrations. The dangerous weather event is expected to stretch for days with little reprieve. Starting Wednesday, parts of the state will be subject to “extreme” levels of heat risk – reaching the highest level on the National Weather Service’s index – that will last until Sunday or longer. In some areas, life-threatening triple-digit temperatures could linger for longer than a week. Continue reading...
Groups are arguing in court that regulators did not fully consider the project’s greenhouse gas emissions.
Full-body swimsuits, ‘no hat, no play’ – avoiding the sun is a national pastime. At this point I’m more suncream than skin Britain has been experiencing something of a heatwave this week , obliging me, as an Australian, to harangue its people on the subject of sun protection. I lived in the UK for 10 years, so I can broadly understand why Britons are hapless with their skincare. In Australia, the seasonal cues to cover up are well defined: in autumn, winter and spring you get sunburnt; in summer everything’s on fire and the coral dies. And you get sunburnt. In Britain, I guess it’s difficult to muster a terror of the sun when its light is so rare that you’re trained from birth to run immediately for the nearest park, sit down and get drunk the moment a warm ray hits your face. The only thing...
The decision thwarts the agency's latest crackdown on smog-forming emissions.
This is the hilarious moment an Amazon driver falls face first into gravel after trying to vault over a homeowner's front gate, in what appears to be a moment of heatwave madness.
Boom in air cargo due to shoppers’ expectations of speedy delivery and shift in post-pandemic economy, researchers say Air freight operators have increased their greenhouse gas emissions by 25% compared with 2019, analysis has found. In 2023, air freight operators ran about 300,000 more flights than in 2019, an increase in flight volume of almost 30%. The US accounted for more than 40% of global air freight emissions, according to the report by campaign group Stand.earth . Continue reading...
Who among us doesn’t feel a smidge of green envy or just plain anger at the trail of greenhouse gas emissions left as these aircraft carry the rich across the planet?
Bosses are expecting a wave of workers to call in sick tomorrow, as the heatwave coincides with England's final Euros group-stage game.
There has been a spate of deaths and disappearances of tourists during the unusual June heatwave. Meanwhile firefighters are on high alert due to the hot and dry conditions.
Costly new vehicles, limited choice and scarce charging points are holding back a switch to electric by businesses Carbon emissions from vans in the UK have risen by 63% since 1990, new analysis shows, as cars are getting cleaner. While more people are opting to drive electric or plug-in hybrid cars , van drivers still prefer diesel because electric vans are much more expensive with little choice of models. Continue reading...
Albania, Bosnia, Croatia and Montenegro suffer simultaneous power cuts as the region swelters in a heatwave.
Light showers in Delhi-NCR after heatwave. IMD predicted rain, winds, and clouds with thunderstorm. Centre issued advisory for heat stroke casualties and established special units.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Oceans, Volume 129, Issue 6, June 2024.
Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj takes proactive steps to address the heatwave crisis in Delhi, emphasizing the urgent need for increased bed capacity, police assistance, and hospital preparedness to mitigate the escalating impact on the population.
In June, Delhi faced a severe heatwave with temperatures soaring above 45 degrees Celsius, leading to frequent blackouts and overwhelming hospitals with cases of heatstroke.
Noida is facing a severe heatwave, leading to a surge in heat-related illnesses and overwhelming city hospitals with a 50% increase in cases compared to normal summers.
Two pilgrims from Karnataka, aged 60-70, died in Mecca due to heatwave conditions during the ritual of Ram al-Jamarat. The deceased individuals were identified as Kouser Rukhsana and Mohammed Ilyas from Bengaluru. Their bodies were buried in Saudi Arabia.
Amid a severe heatwave gripping north India, Union Health Minister JP Nadda reviewed preparedness at central government hospitals to handle rising heatstroke cases. The Health Ministry issued advisories for prioritizing heatstroke patients and setting up special units. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital reported five heatstroke deaths and 12 critical cases, mainly laborers. The mortality rate remains high due to delayed hospital access, emphasizing the urgency of timely treatment and public awareness.
Approximately 80% of country’s population is experiencing temperatures at or above 90F for long periods of time More than 270 million Americans – about 80% of the country’s population – are experiencing a kind of heatwave not seen in decades , smashing records with temperatures at or above 90F (32.2C) for long periods of time under a weather phenomenon known as a heat dome. New York governor Kathy Hochul has announced that she activated the National Guard to assist in any heat emergencies that may develop over the next several days. Continue reading...
Greek authorities are desperately searching for three missing tourists amid a brutal heatwave that has led to at least five people dying or disappearing across the nation.
North India, including Delhi, braces for continued severe heatwave conditions as the IMD issues red alerts. Delhi recorded temperatures well above normal, with high humidity amplifying the heat index to 46 degrees Celsius. The region has endured prolonged heatwaves, while the IMD also forecasts extremely heavy rainfall in Northeast India, particularly Meghalaya, Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh, indicating a shift in weather patterns across the country.