Record Dry Spells Across Central and Southeast England
Parts of central and southeast England are experiencing record-breaking periods without rain, exacerbating drought conditions across much of the UK.
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UK Heat Health Alerts Issued as Temperatures Could Reach 29C This Week
Heat health alerts have been issued for the UK as temperatures are forecast to reach up to 29C by the end of the week, particularly in south-east England.
UK Wildfire Warning Issued Ahead of Heatwave
A wildfire warning has been issued across the UK as the country prepares for its fourth heatwave of the year, with temperatures expected to reach up to 35C in south-east England. Over 200 wildfires have been recorded in the last two weeks, prompting concerns.
UK Braces for Intensifying Hot Weather Over Bank Holiday
Amber heat health alerts have been issued for the Midlands, eastern, and south-east England as hot weather is expected to intensify across the UK over the bank holiday weekend.
Europe Grapples with Extreme Heatwave, Spreading Eastward
Europe is experiencing an extreme heatwave with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius, affecting 150 million people and causing disruptions like the cancellation of Paris Pride. While the heat begins to subside in France, it is now moving towards Eastern Europe, prompting concerns about public health and the environment.
Excruciating tropical disease can now be transmitted in most of Europe, study finds
‘Shocking’ data shows the climate crisis and invasive mosquitos mean chikungunya could spread in 29 countries An excruciatingly painful tropical disease called chikungunya can now be transmitted by mosquitoes across most of Europe, a study has found. Higher temperatures due to the climate crisis mean infections are now possible for more than six months of the year in Spain, Greece and other southern European countries, and for two months a year in south-east England. Continuing global heating means it is only a matter of time before the disease expands further northwards, the scientists said. Continue reading...