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Beijing lifts severe weather alert after mass evacuations as flood risks persist

Beijing lifted its red rainstorm alert, the highest level in China’s weather warning system, early Tuesday morning while urging residents to remain cautious against potential disasters. Over 82,000 people had been evacuated due to fears of deadly flooding in the capital and its surrounding areas. Heavy......

Texas floods: how climate change and geography created a deadly disaster

At least 90 people have lost their lives, and over a dozen remain missing after catastrophic flash floods swept through central Texas during the 4th of July weekend. Rescue efforts continue as more rain is forecasted for the already devastated region. Experts point to a combination of climate factors,......

Quebec faces extreme Arctic freeze following mild winter

Following an unusually warm winter season, Quebec is preparing for a severe three-day cold snap as an Arctic air mass moves across the province. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) announced Sunday that western Quebec will experience frigid conditions that will gradually spread eastward. The......

Spain’s 2024 climate: A year of record heatwaves, erratic rainfall, and historic temperature highs

The year 2024 has cemented its place in Spain’s climatic history as the third warmest since 1961, with an average temperature of 15°C, according to the national meteorological agency, Aemet. The year was characterized by unprecedented heatwaves, stark weather contrasts, and erratic precipitation......

Global Temperature Surge Breaches Critical Climate Threshold

Earth has crossed a concerning milestone as global temperatures exceeded the crucial 1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial levels for the first time, according to recent findings from the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. While this breach may be temporary, it signals an alarming acceleration......

Helene Makes Landfall in Florida as Powerful Category 4 Hurricane

Hurricane Helene roared ashore in northwestern Florida on Thursday night as a dangerous Category 4 storm, bringing catastrophic winds, storm surge, and heavy rains to the region. The National Hurricane Center reported that Helene made landfall around 11:10 p.m. EDT near the mouth of the Aucilla River......

Storm Boris Unleashes Chaos: Italy's Climate Crisis and Political Reckoning

As Storm Boris unleashed its fury across northern Italy, the consequences were devastating. Approximately 1,000 residents in Emilia-Romagna found themselves displaced, their homes inundated by floods and landslides. This latest climate-induced catastrophe has sparked a political firestorm, with critics......

Severe Thunderstorms Claim Lives and Cause Destruction Across Multiple Provinces in Morocco

In a devastating turn of events, the Moroccan Ministry of Interior has reported that severe thunderstorms have resulted in the tragic loss of 18 lives across several provinces. The extreme weather conditions, which have wreaked havoc in various regions, have prompted urgent responses from local authorities. The......

Devastating Downpours Wreak Havoc in Southern Morocco

Intense rainfall and thunderstorms have wreaked havoc across several provinces in southern Morocco, resulting in significant destruction. According to official data, 18 fatalities have been reported across the affected regions. The hardest-hit areas include the provinces of Tata (10 deaths), Errachidia......