Global Surge in Extreme Weather Sparks International Concern
Extreme weather events are on the rise globally, causing severe impacts and prompting urgent international action to address climate challenges.
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Record Heat Wave Forces Acropolis Closure in Early Greek Summer
Greece faces its earliest-ever heat wave, forcing the closure of the Acropolis and prompting school closures and health warnings as temperatures soar above 43°C.
Severe Flooding in Southern Germany Claims Firefighter’s Life
Southern Germany faces severe flooding as heavy rains force thousands to evacuate. A firefighter tragically loses his life while rescuing residents.
Record-Breaking Climate Disaster in South Brazil Claims 171 Lives
South Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul state faces its worst climate disaster on record, with 171 fatalities and rising leptospirosis cases.
South Asia Battles Deadly Heatwave and Cyclone Threats
South Asia faces deadly heatwaves in India and Pakistan, while Bangladesh and eastern India brace for cyclone Remal. Extreme temperatures, linked to climate change, have resulted in numerous fatalities.
Pakistan Battles Scorching Heatwave: Schools Closed, Temperatures Soar
Pakistan confronts an extreme heatwave with temperatures soaring above 40°C, leading to school closures and urgent public health measures.
Delhi Records Season’s Hottest Day at 47.4°C
Delhi experiences an unprecedented heatwave with temperatures soaring up to 47.4°C, affecting various regions in and around the capital.
Santiago Endures Harshest Cold Snap in 70 Years
Chile’s capital Santiago is undergoing its most severe cold wave in nearly 70 years, prompting government action and challenging residents as unprecedented autumn winter weather hits the region.
Boosting Urban Livability: China’s Response to Extreme Weather
China is enhancing urban livability by awarding more cities as “National Forest City” and building thousands of small parks to combat extreme weather.
Is Extreme Weather Becoming the ‘New Norm’ Globally?
Mid-2024 sees a surge in extreme weather events worldwide, from scorching heatwaves in Asia to devastating floods in Eastern Africa, questioning if such extremes are becoming the new norm.