Switzerland Switzerland: Farmers at greater risk of fatal accidents due to drought Fatal agriculture accidents in Switzerland have increased in 2018 due to the summer heatwave. 18/09/2018
Climate Now Copernicus Climate Update: Flaming August The fourth-warmest August on record produced more than just heat, with drought and floods damaging crops and taking lives around the world. 14/09/2018
world news August in Europe 'was the warmest on record' Europe had its warmest August on record — the third month this year that has seen unprecedented temperatures. 05/09/2018
Switzerland Birds 'starve' in Europe's extreme summer heat The extreme temperatures and lack of rain is taking its toll on birds in Europe. 22/08/2018
world news Drought-hit German farmers demand 1 billion euro aid package The German Agriculture Minister Julia Klöckner will announce today if farmers will receive compensation over losses due to extreme weather. Drought-hit German farmers are waiting to hear if they will receive the one billion Euro package called for by the German Farmers Association. 22/08/2018
Climate Now Climate Update: Europe's second warmest July on record Europe saw its second warmest July on record. 15/08/2018
Denmark Worst drought in Scandinavia for 70 years hits farm output Livestock farmers in Scandinavia are struggling to feed their livestock as the worst drought in 70 years hits harvests 10/08/2018
world news Heat, hardship and horrible harvests: Europe's drought explained We take an in-depth look at the origins of Europe's drought, how much climate change is a factor and what is being done to tackle it. 10/08/2018
world news Eastern Australia hit by worst drought in living memory The worst drought in living memory is sweeping parts of eastern Australia, with farmers in some cases culling cattle and sheep they can no longer afford to keep. Record low levels of rainfall have affected large areas of grazing and crop land. 09/08/2018
world news Europe briefing: Five stories to know about today Follow our live updates on key stories across Europe and beyond. 09/08/2018
world news Farmers battle heat and dust across Europe Swiss farmers call in the army to help airlift water to thirsty cattle. 08/08/2018
Australia New South Wales drought worst in living memory Agricultural output in Australia is predicted to fall as farmers in New South Wales struggle to cope with the worst drought in living memory 08/08/2018
world news Some farmers face bankrupcy over devastated harvests A European-wide drought is devastating harvests leading to warnings about possible food price increases 01/08/2018
Spain Temperatures in Spain and Portugal could break all-time Europe record Scorching temperatures could surpass 48 degrees Celsius, breaking an all-time Europe record. 01/08/2018
Australia Heatwave deaths to soar dramatically, global study finds Deaths caused by severe heatwaves will increase dramatically in tropical and subtropical regions, followed closely by Australia, Europe and the United States. From 2031 onwards there could be a 471% increase in fatalities in three Australian cities - Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. 01/08/2018
Denmark These pictures put northern Europe’s heatwave in perspective Newly-released images from space have highlighted the effects of this month’s heatwave on parts of northern Europe. 25/07/2018
World The record breaking heatwave that is gripping northern Europe Northern Europe is reeling under record-high temperatures, that has led to heatwave conditions. 19/07/2018
Sweden Wildfires rage in Arctic Circle as Sweden calls EU for help Sweden has called for emergency assistance from its partners in the European Union to help fight wildfires, which have broken out across a wide range of its territory and prompted evacuations. 19/07/2018
South Africa Cape Town prepares for ‘Day Zero’ South Africa’s most popular tourist city is running out of water. 16/02/2018
Climate Now Climate update: January 2018 Europe 2 degrees warmer than average, widespread flooding and alpine snowfall. Antarctica 2nd lowest sea ice coverage on record 15/02/2018
South Africa Midnight queues in Cape Town as water crisis deepens Residents and visitors are restricted to 50 litres a day, amid the South African city's worst drought in a century 06/02/2018
South Africa Cape Town struggling to cope with worst drought in a century And the South African city's tourism industry could also take a hit 03/02/2018
South Africa Water crisis grips Cape Town, South Africa, after drought stretching y Based on current projections, "Day Zero" is forecast for April 12, according to officials. That would make Cape Town the world's first major city to run dry. 30/01/2018
South Africa Cape Town faces end to home-piped water in April as drought crisis dee Critics warn standpipes being erected around city may not be able to cope with demand. 24/01/2018
Climate Now A year of extremes: 2017 hottest year ever recorded Hurricanes, deadly floods, drought and wildfires across the world as global temperatures hit new highs 15/01/2018
Portugal Drought hits Portugal's honeybees There is little of Portugal's agricultural sector that hasn't been affected by the country's ongoing drought - and honey production is no exception. 20/11/2017
