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Europe faced a severe heatwave on June 25th, with 380m people experiencing over 30ºC. France saw 94% of its population affected. World Weather Attribution called it the most severe on record for western Europe. This excessive heat is linked to rising greenhouse gas emissions, warming the planet and Europe faster than other continents.
Europe is facing a record heatwave, with scenes like children getting hosed down in London showing the struggle. On "On Assignment," Jonah Green talks to Ben Welsh about Reuters' new Climate Monitor. This tool compares current heat to past weather, showing how unusual today's hot days are and hinting at the future.
Dakshina Pinakini River near Kadugodi is a swamp choked with garbage and sewage. Children play in the polluted water, unaware of health risks. Once a water source, it now flows perennially with wastewater. Urban expansion has turned this seasonal river into a casualty of pollution.
IMD warned of heavy rain in Northeast India and heatwave in UP. Parts of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and West Bengal got very heavy rain. Monsoon is advancing into more areas. Tamil Nadu also expects heavy rain in 15 districts from Sunday. Delhi will see heat, rain, and thunderstorms.
A lactating tigress died on Tuesday in UP's Dudhwa Tiger Reserve after a tranquilisation operation went wrong. Forest authorities are now facing questions as her cubs are missing. Experts suspect complications from the tranquilisation procedure. A high-level inquiry has been ordered by the NTCA and senior forest officials.
A North Atlantic "cold blob" is surprisingly linked to Europe's heatwaves. This cool patch, bucking global warming, can alter the jet stream. Researchers say this change can create heat domes over Europe, making extreme hot spells worse. "A cold Atlantic doesn't necessarily mean a colder Europe," said Gerard McCarthy.
UK heatwave alerts baffled many as 35°C felt like an emergency. Britain's homes, built for cold, trap heat. Humidity, health risks, and a population used to mild weather also play a part. This June heatwave saw England hit 37°C, with forecasts warning of 38°C.
Manuel Gomes, a former sea turtle poacher from Príncipe Island, now risks everything to save them. Once hunting turtles to feed his family, Gomes now protects nesting sites and helps establish marine protected areas. He uses his past experience to inspire coastal communities to safeguard this ancient wildlife.
World Cup players face dangerous heat, with 14 of 16 host locations exceeding safe limits. A study showed 25% of matches could be played in hot conditions. Meanwhile, a Unicef report found 1.5 billion children are exposed to severe heatwaves, and 2.3 billion live with high air pollution.
Europe's heatwave could cause 12,000 excess deaths from June 24th-26th. Paris's mortality rate may rise over 300% due to unusual temperatures, while London and Milan also face significant increases. Experts noted that cities with less adaptation and more dark materials fare worse.
Remote Ladakh regions, including Zanskar, Nubra, and Siachen base camp, will get power grid connection by September-end. Three major projects, costing ₹1,925 crore, will connect six districts, reducing diesel use and aiding carbon-neutral goals. LG Saxena was briefed on the progress of these vital power infrastructure projects.
MCD will soon empanel agencies to manage waste for bulk generators unable to process it themselves. These agencies will collect segregated waste, process it, and issue certificates, ensuring compliance with SWM rules. This aims to reduce landfill waste and promote decentralised management for hostels, institutions, and others.