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Farmers in Romania forced to sell livestock due to ongoing drought

Temperatures in Romania hit over 40C in August, with the country experiencing several heat waves this summer.

Travel News

Southern European tourists flock to Denmark to escape the heat

While the south swelters, Denmark’s mild temperatures and extended daylight hours are providing the perfect summer escape for many.

Hungary

Droughts caused by severe heat in Hungary lead to major crops damage

According to the Hungarian Chamber of Agriculture, the areas damaged by drought are growing by several tens of thousands of hectares every week.

Italy

Italy braces for record heatwave with red alerts in 22 cities

The highest warning level for extreme weather means that everyone is exposed to the risks caused by extreme temperatures, authorities say.

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Europe News

Severe thunderstorms and flooding hit Germany and Belgium

The extreme weather follows soaring temperatures in both countries, with Germany's Rhineland-Palatinate region reaching 36.5C.

World News

Feels like an oven: Balkan countries sizzle in week-long heatwave

National weather services expect temperatures of over 40 degrees in Romania, Serbia and Bosnia this week.

Green News

Neighbours at war over illegal air-con as Italy’s heatwave drags on

There are reports of drones being used to find hidden air conditioners in Italy’s richest municipality.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Fires reach Bosnia's oldest national park as blaze in Albania persists

Three armed forces helicopters were working to control the blaze in Bosnia, while choppers from Serbia were said to be on their way on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the flames in Albania's Mali i Thatë or Dry Mountains, located along the eastern border with North Macedonia, have been burning for a week.

Experiences

How to protect yourself when hiking in Europe’s deadly heatwaves

Extreme heat kills more than 175,000 people a year in Europe - here's how to stay safe when travelling in a heatwave.

Green News

2023 summer heatwaves killed 47,000 people in Europe, research finds

Heat-related deaths last year would have been 80 per cent higher without adaptation work, scientists estimate.

Europe News

'Exceptionally dangerous' wildfire continues to rage near Athens

Greek firefighting authorities have tripled the number of firefighters sent to contain a massive wildfire that is raging just 44 kilometres north of the country's capital.

Europe News

Drought devastates corn and sunflower fields in Romania

Still struggling after an intense heatwave, some farmers fear losses of up to 90% of all of their crops.

Europe News

Italy and France continue to grapple with extreme heat

Italy and France continue to experience high temperatures.

Green News

Crete wildfire: 300 firefighters battle blaze as 8 villages evacuated

More than 2,000 wildfires have erupted all over Greece this summer spurred on by unusually high temperatures.

Climate

Madrid launches new initiative to keep people entertained in the heat

"Take Shelter in Culture" has been set up by Madrid's city council, and is aimed at tourists and locals alike.

Green News

Record high temperatures in Tokyo left 123 people dead in July

Tokyo residents have been urged to pay attention to heatstroke warnings as high temperatures continue into August.

Living

Green vs white roofs: Which are most effective at keeping cities cool?

Green roofs bring great biodiversity benefits, but have one key drawback as a cooling solution according to a new study.

Climate

‘An electric shock’: How France changed after the lethal 2003 heatwave

Intensifying heatwaves pose important questions to society, says public health expert Mathilde Pascal.

Europe News

'Supercell' tornado spotted in eastern Spain

Supercell tornados are characterised by a rotating updraft.

Europe News

Balkans battle wildfires from prolonged heatwave in Europe

Experts say it's time to act to avoid more climate-based disasters across Europe and urge European leaders to address the concerning trends in weather across the continent.

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