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Prague Zoo uses tonnes of ice to cool animals during heatwave

As temperatures in Prague climbed above 34°C on Tuesday, Prague Zoo delivered 10 tonnes of ice to help its animals cope with the sweltering summer heat.

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Europe swelters under severe heatwave as temperatures soar above 40C

Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy were some of the worst hit countries, with temperatures reaching over 40 degrees Celcius.

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Canals and cooling mists offer relief in sweltering Paris

Tourists and locals in Paris sought refuge in the shade and along canal banks as a blistering heatwave gripped much of Europe.

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Here are 5 ways heatwaves can affect your health

Extreme temperatures affect the body in different ways. Here are a few key health challenges from heatwaves.

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Climate

Heatwave grips Europe with above 40°C temperatures and fire warnings

Parts of Europe are sweltering under intense heat, with authorities warning of rising wildfire risks and severe health impacts linked to high temperatures.

Europe News

Italy and Spain scorched by heatwaves as cities issue red alerts

Heatwaves sweeping across Europe have pushed temperatures above 40°C in some countries. Authorities are urging caution as dry conditions, strong winds and heatwaves threaten wildfires.

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Extreme heat to hit Wimbledon and Glastonbury this weekend

Temperatures in southern England and the Midlands are set to exceed 30°C this weekend, affecting major events like Wimbledon and Glastonbury.

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Austria: storms and hail damage crops, derail train, disrupt festival

Austria faced severe storms and hail, causing disruptions at a major festival, damaging crops and vehicles, and uprooting trees.

Climate

Two dead in French storms that caused parliament roof to leak

Violent storms battered France on Wednesday, leaving two dead and causing unexpected chaos inside the National Assembly.

Climate

US gripped by sweltering weather as heat dome drives temperatures up

From Chicago to New York, cities across the eastern US are baking under a relentless heatwave, with temperatures well above average.

Climate

Climate change makes England’s 32C June heat 100 times more likely

Adaptation is still lagging behind the growing threat of extreme heat in the UK, the researchers warn.

Climate

Why Hurricane Erick is quickly strengthening into dangerous storm

Erick’s explosive growth highlights rising rapid intensification of storms, with climate change a likely contributor.

Green News

50-50 chance UK will see another 40°C day in 12 years, Met Office says

Many parts of England are expecting their first heatwave of the year this week, as the Met Office warns that hotter summers are on the way.

Climate

Planetary waves amplifying wild weather have tripled, scientists say

Climate scientist Michael Mann explains the complex connections between climate change, atmospheric waves, and extreme weather.

Climate

Spain set for unusually hot summer. Is climate change to blame?

With heatwaves on the horizon after a record-breaking May, here's how to keep yourself and others safe.

Green News

Meet the storm chasers braving 14cm hailstones for science

Given funding cuts to climate science in the US, it could also be the last time a hail project like this can be done for several years.

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Dozens dead as floods sweep through South Africa's Eastern Cape

At least 49 people have been killed in devastating floods in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, with the death toll expected to rise as rescue efforts continue.

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Rescue vehicles in New Orleans blessed ahead of hurricane season

New Orleans honoured its first responders on Tuesday with a “Blessing of the Fleet,” marking the beginning of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season in a unique ceremony.

Climate

More than 40% of Europe is facing drought, latest update shows

Agriculture and hydropower could struggle to make ends meet as Europe’s climate-driven dry spell continues.

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Climate change drove heat extremes in 195 countries last year

Human-induced climate change at least doubled extreme heat days in 195 countries last year.