Focus on Weather
Mediterranean Sea temperatures match 2023 records
The Mediterranean Sea has reached record temperatures over 30°C, with persistent heatwaves threatening marine life and ecosystems.
Antarctica winter experiences prolonged heatwave
Antarctica is experiencing an unusually prolonged winter heatwave, with July 2024 temperatures averaging 3.1°C above normal, making it the second warmest July since...
Canadians should be prepared for more wildfires and hurricanes: Environment Canada
Climate change is increasing the likelihood of extreme weather, with more wildfires and storms expected across Canada this season.
More than 47,000 people died in Europe last year due to heat: report
A report by ISGlobal reveals that over 47,000 people died from extreme heat in Europe in 2023, with southern countries hit hardest.
Hawaiian Electric raises going concern doubts over wildfire settlement financing
The company said it was working closely with financial advisers to develop a plan for their settlement contribution.
Pacific Islands to build climate disaster warehouses
Australia and New Zealand commit A$42.6M to pre-position humanitarian aid in the Pacific Islands, enhancing disaster response.
A 13-month streak of global temperature records just ended. Here are five takeaways
After over a year of record-breaking heat, July 2024 saw a slight cooldown, but climate change still drives extremes.
Climate change fueled record early fires in Brazil’s wetlands, study says
Climate change has amplified wildfires in Brazil's Pantanal by 40%, threatening to surpass the 2020 devastation, scientists warn.
Top US health official acknowledges more federal money for utility help is needed for extreme heat
Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra acknowledges heat wave utility bills and deaths should be more of a focus of federal assistance...
Extreme heat is impacting most Americans’ electricity bills, poll finds
Survey finds 70% say extreme heat in America has had an impact on power bills, with outdoor activities also affected by high temperatures.
