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Weather heroes honoured in new list of 2024 storm names

They include the name of a former meteorologist who made “the most important forecast” the Met Office has ever produced.

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WATCH: Shanshan causes widespread disruption in Japan

A slow-moving tropical storm, Shanshan, has unleashed heavy rain across Japan, flooding roads and rivers in the south and causing widespread disruption.

Green News

Why has Grenada enacted the so-called hurricane clause?

In July, the country was pummelled by winds of up to 240 kilometres an hour which razed whole neighbourhoods and downed power lines.

Climate

Did record sea temperatures put the Sicily yacht in a fatal position?

One expert says the storm could be seen hours before and the risk should have been communicated, even in the middle of the night.

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Thunderstorms sweep vehicles away in Austrian ski resort villagee

A severe thunderstorm has hit St. Anton am Arlberg in the Tyrolean Alps, damaging buildings and vehicles, without injuring anyone.

Climate

Italy and Germany are facing 40C temperatures this week

Both countries have issued widespread heat alerts for potential health risks.

Climate

Will Europe’s high temperatures continue into autumn?

High heat combined with humidity is making this weather especially uncomfortable.

Climate

‘Hottest weekend of the year’: Italy and Spain brace for extreme heat

A weather system that has moved up from Africa is causing prolonged extreme heat across Italy that will peak this weekend.

Europe News

'Supercell' tornado spotted in eastern Spain

Supercell tornados are characterised by a rotating updraft.

Europe News

One person dead as heavy storms hit Baltic states

In Lithuania and Latvia, authorities have warned people to travel only in urgent situations.

Lithuania

One person dies as Latvia and Lithuania hit by powerful storm

Authorities have warned citizens to only travel in emergencies due to the extreme conditions.

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Videos capture chaos of Brussels storm

After the violent storm that hit Brussels on 9 July, impressive videos were posted on social media, showing chaos and considerable damage.

Travel News

Travelling in Hurricane Beryl’s path? Here’s what you need to know

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is warning that this storm season could be the worst in decades.

Green News

Hurricane Beryl rolls through Caribbean leaving path of destruction

Experts have warned there could be an extraordinary 13 category one or above hurricanes between June and November this year.

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Hurricane Beryl ravages Caribbean with record winds

Hurricane Beryl, a Category 4 storm, made landfall in the Caribbean on Monday, fueled by the record warm waters.

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Tragic storms in Valais, extensive recovery efforts initiated

Due to severe storms that caused significant flooding and landslides, the Canton of Valais in Switzerland is undergoing extensive recovery efforts.

World News

Another heatwave to follow after storms hit Italy and Switzerland

High temperatures are forecast to start returning to Italy on Thursday after heavy rain whipped the north and centre of the country this week.

World News

Extreme weather ravages Europe with record heat and severe storms

Europe is being battered by extreme weather with record-high temperatures and severe storms. Serbia and Romania face heatwaves reaching 40ºC, while Germany is experiencing severe thunderstorms.

Climate

How weather forecasting can save lives in the face of climate change

AccuWeather was launched by a meteorologist with a dream. Here's how it delivers the world’s most accurate forecasts.

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Watch: Heatwave scorches Turkey while Germany is at risk of flooding

Severe storms in Germany have affected the Euros football tournament.