Southern England faces amber heat warnings as temperatures are expected to reach 34C by Monday. The UK Health Security Agency issued warnings due to the risk to the wider population. The Met Office noted a 40% chance of breaking the UK June temperature record.
Un'imponente massa d'aria subtropicale dall'Algeria porterà un'ondata di caldo eccezionale in Italia da sabato 20 giugno, con temperature fino a 39°C e notti "super tropicali" (minime sopra i 25°C). L'ondata, che potrebbe durare oltre 15 giorni, riguarderà tutta l'Europa occidentale e potrebbe essere seguita da eventi estremi.
L'anticiclone africano Cerberus causa un drastico aumento delle temperature in Europa, con picchi previsti oltre i 30°C in Danimarca e 38-39°C in Italia, con rischio di 40°C a Firenze. Notti "super tropicali" attese in Pianura Padana.
Sydney has recorded its longest-ever stretch of consecutive days above 20C for June, breaking a 1919 record. The unusual heatwave extends across much of southeastern Australia, with climate scientists linking it to global warming and potential El Niño development.
Europe faces another hot summer after a May heatwave caused hundreds of deaths in the UK. Experts warn of El Niño's return and the deadly impact of fossil fuels on heatwaves, urging better heat-health action plans and climate shelters.
L'ONU avverte del ritorno di El Niño, che porterà temperature record e eventi climatici estremi. Si prevede un'intensità almeno moderata, con rischio di forte impatto globale.
La WMO prevede che le temperature medie globali supereranno probabilmente il record entro 2026-2030, con un 91% di probabilità di superare 1,5°C entro il 2030, spiegate da El Niño e riscaldamento artico triplo.
Europe experiences record-breaking heatwave with temperatures 10-15°C above average, breaking May records in the UK and Ireland. Australia faces severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and hail.
A new UK May temperature record of 35.1°C was set at Kew Gardens on Tuesday. Cooler air will bring an end to the heatwave in northern and eastern England by Wednesday, but temperatures will remain high in Wales and southwest England before potentially rising again on Thursday.
Italia registra temperature di 8-9°C superiori alla norma di fine maggio, con picchi previsti di 35°C a Milano. Le notti tropicali persistono, e si prospetta un'estate 2026 "implacabile e rovente".
France experiences unprecedented May heat with record temperatures in western cities like Brest and Nantes. Eight departments are on orange heatwave alert, marking the first time this alert has been issued in May since 2004. The UK also broke its May temperature record.
Europe is facing an early heatwave, with the UK recording its highest ever May temperature at 33.5°C. France, Spain, and Portugal are also experiencing record-breaking heat, leading to health warnings and tragic incidents during outdoor activities.
The UK has recorded its hottest May day on record, with temperatures reaching nearly 35C. The heatwave is affecting Europe, with heat health alerts issued and concerns raised about mortality rates and the need for adaptation measures.
London Heathrow Airport recorded 33.5°C, a new May temperature record for the UK. This heatwave has led to event cancellations and water supply issues, with similar record-breaking temperatures reported across Europe.
Europe is experiencing unseasonal heat, breaking temperature records in the UK and France. Deaths have been reported at amateur sports events in France, prompting government warnings about extreme heat and its dangers.
Record-breaking May temperatures are scorching France and the UK amid an extreme heatwave attributed to climate change. Spain anticipates reaching 40C, with heat domes and prolonged high temperatures expected across Europe.
France, the UK, and Spain are experiencing an extreme early-summer heat event with record-breaking temperatures. France has placed 31 départements on high-temperature alert, while the UK recorded its all-time May heat record. Spain anticipates temperatures reaching 40C.
The UK has broken its all-time temperature record for May, with highs reaching 33.5C. The heatwave is expected to persist, with warnings of increased illness and mortality rates, particularly for vulnerable groups. Experts stress the need for heat adaptation measures and emission cuts.
Leaked documents show mining giant BHP has significantly delayed decarbonisation projects, including a major renewables initiative and an iron ore processing plant, despite public commitments. Experts criticize the company's slowdown and Australia's Safeguard Mechanism policy.
England is set for an unprecedented May heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 35C, potentially breaking records. Overnight temperatures have already hit a new record, and further tropical nights are forecast before a cooling trend.
Eight areas in England have met heatwave conditions, with a new UK May temperature record possible on Monday. Heat-health alerts are in place for parts of the Midlands and eastern England.
Eight areas in England have met heatwave conditions, with temperatures reaching 32.3C, the highest of the year so far. New national May temperature records may be set, with forecasts predicting highs of 33C or 34C in southeast England. Amber heat-health alerts are in place for parts of the Midlands and eastern England.
France is experiencing an unusually early heatwave, with several local temperature records broken on May 22-23. Paris surpassed 30°C for the first time this year. The heatwave is expected to intensify, with Finistère facing temperatures up to 33°C. Experts link these events to global warming caused by fossil fuels.
A heatwave is set to be officially declared in parts of the UK as temperatures reach record highs for May. The Met Office has issued heat-health alerts for eastern England and the Midlands, with potential impacts on health and tourism.
