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Parts of England and Wales face 'exceptional' wildfire risk in coming days
Following a heatwave alert, the UK Met Office has now said that parts of England and Wales face an "exceptional" risk of wildfires in the coming days.
Hosepipe ban to be imposed in Kent and Sussex from August 12
South East Water has announced a hosepipe ban for Kent and Sussex which will come into effect from August 12.
Heatwave pushes freezing point to record high above Swiss Alps, moves Italian-Swiss border
The unprecedented heatwave in Europe has pushed the freezing point in Switzerland way above its highest summits.
Massive blooms of jellyfish swarm Israel coast, experts blame climate change
Swarms of jellyfish have inundated Israel's Mediterranean coast forcing bathers to stay as far away from the beaches
UK warned of drought in August following weeks of scorching heat
The UK, which has been witnessing extremely high temperatures and dry weather conditions, is now facing a drought alert.
Train signal, airport runway melt under extreme UK temperatures
The record-breaking heat has turned Britain into a microwave oven, disrupting the daily lives of the citizens.
Half of humanity in danger of collective suicide, warns UN chief on climate change
The UN secretary general, António Guterres, has warned governments around the world against the threat posed by climate change
13-year-old third person to die while swimming during UK heatwave
A 13-year-old boy was found dead after "getting into difficulty," while swimming in a West Yorkshire canal, according to police.
Japanese man admits to stabbing at least 30 endangered sea turtles
A Japanese man has admitted to killing at least 30 green sea turtles after they got stuck in his fishing nets.
What are the symptoms of a heatstroke and how to stay safe?
The UK is reeling under a severe heatwave condition, with temperatures expected to soon reach 40 degrees Celsius.
Parents asked to keep children indoors as temperatures set to soar
The authorities in the UK have warned parents asking them to keep their children indoors as the temperatures are set to soar above 33C on Tuesday.
Baby seal mysteriously found 3km away from ocean at farm in Australia
A baby seal was found almost 3 miles away from its home in the ocean at a farm in South Australia on Thursday.
Swarms of jellyfish wash up on UK beaches due to high temperatures
Thousands of jellyfish have been spotted on beaches all across the UK as warmer temperatures have allowed their population to increase.
Italy declares state of emergency as it faces devastating drought
Italy has declared a state of emergency in its five northern regions as it faces its worst drought in 70 years.
Massive ozone hole 7 times larger than Antarctica hole found over tropics
A massive ozone hole which is at least seven times larger than the Antarctic ozone hole has been found over the tropical region.
Heatwave causes largest ever bleaching of sea sponges in New Zealand
Millions of sea sponges in New Zealand's Fiordland region have been affected by extreme ocean temperatures.
Italy's worst drought uncovers historic WW2 shipwreck
The drought in Italy has become so intense that a World War II-era shipwreck that had submerged in the Po River decades ago has now resurfaced.
Thousands of cows die in Kansas due to extreme heat
The record-breaking heatwave in Kansas, US has led to the death of as many as 2,000 cattle so far.
UK: Heatwave causes mass fish death at park in Derbyshire
Around 100 dead roach fish were found dead in Belper River Gardens on Sunday after temperatures went past 30C earlier last week.
Everest base camp to be moved due to danger caused by global warming
The impacts of global warming may force Nepal to move the Mount Everest base camp from its original position and to a lower altitude.
Rising sea levels will force UK coastal towns to relocate: Expert
People living in the coastal towns of the UK may have to eventually leave their homes and relocate due to rising sea levels and erosion.
Several butterfly species at risk of extinction in Britain
A report by wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has warned that 24 species of butterflies found in Britain may soon disappear.
Pollution killed 2.3 million people in India in 2019: Study
A study published in The Lancet has revealed that pollution caused more than 2.3 million premature deaths in India in 2019, the highest number reported from any country.
World's insect population under threat due to climate change
Several reports have suggested that the insect population is on a decline worldwide which could lead to a collapse of ecosystems.
Dehydrated birds fall from the sky amid scorching heatwave in India
The scorching heatwave that has swept India is not only affecting humans but is also proving deadly for animals. The animal rescuers in the Indian state of Gujarat have come across dozens of exhausted and dehydrated birds dropping every day in the last few weeks.
Two largest reservoirs in California at 'critically low levels'
A new report by the US government's Drought Monitor has revealed that the water levels in California's two biggest reservoirs have dropped to "critically low levels."
Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon hits April high, prompts alarm
The land area cleared of trees in Brazil's Amazon rainforest last month was the biggest since the authorities started to keep a track of the same in 2015.
Las Vegas bans grass lawns as a response to water shortage
Almost all metropolitan cities across the world have begun to feel the impacts of climate change, and authorities are now resorting to strict measures to undo years of damage.
India grapples with intense heatwave, mercury crosses 45 degree mark
Several parts of India have been grappling with an intense heatwave as the country experiences one of the hottest summers this year. According to experts, the temperatures are expected to only increase during the next few days.
Headless penguins wash ashore on Australian beaches
Scores of headless penguin bodies washed up on beaches surrounding Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula in the month of April, leaving scientists and researchers shocked.