Australia faces a political disconnect on climate change, with rising denialism despite scientific evidence and affordable solutions. While renewable energy adoption surges, political discourse struggles to address the crisis's impacts and the government's commitments.
China's National Disaster Reduction Committee convened a meeting with multiple ministries to address extreme weather events. The meeting aimed to analyze existing problems, improve response mechanisms, and enhance capabilities in preventing and responding to disasters caused by severe weather, following recent incidents that led to casualties.
A powerful El Nino has officially formed, with meteorologists warning it could reach historic strength and intensify extreme weather events globally. The phenomenon is predicted to rival or surpass the 1997 El Nino, impacting agriculture, economies, and causing severe weather across various regions.
Meteorologists announced the formation of El Niño in a warmed Pacific Ocean, predicting it will reach historic strength and turbocharge extreme weather globally. NOAA confirmed its existence, forecasting a 63% chance of it ranking among the largest events since 1950.
US scientists have declared El Niño conditions are now active in the Pacific, potentially leading to a "super" El Niño. Combined with human-caused warming, this could cause record-hot years, disrupting weather, food supplies, and economies.
England's World Cup warm-up match against Costa Rica in Orlando, Florida, was delayed by an hour due to heavy rain and thunderstorms. This incident highlights concerns about weather delays impacting the upcoming World Cup, with FIFA adhering to NOAA guidelines for lightning.
The Cold Chain Federation warns the UK's food supply system is at risk due to fuel shortages, cyber attacks, extreme weather, and international conflicts, urging the government to prioritize resilience amid critical infrastructure concerns.
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) anticipates the arrival of El Niño, warning of potential severe droughts, floods, and a global average temperature that could break 2024's record. While peak impacts occur around the New Year, the full effect on global temperatures is expected in 2027. Central Europe may experience cooler, wetter weather, while other regions face increased risks.
The World Meteorological Organization warns of a rapidly developing El Nino, increasing the risk of extreme weather globally and likely weakening India's monsoon. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged farmers not to panic and outlined preparedness measures.
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) predicts an 80% chance of El Nino developing between June and August, potentially influencing global weather. Forecasts indicate a shift towards El Nino conditions, with probabilities nearing 90% by November, suggesting a moderate to strong event.
The UN's WMO warns of an 80-90% chance of El Nino forming, increasing extreme weather risks like droughts, floods, and wildfires. Impacts could be severe, affecting global food supplies and potentially raising prices.
The WMO has released a report warning that an El Niño phenomenon is developing due to unusually warm sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific. This is expected to impact global temperatures and rainfall patterns, increasing the risk of extreme weather events in the coming months.
The WMO warns of an 80% chance of El Niño developing between June-August, potentially intensifying extreme weather globally due to climate change. A strong event could make 2027 the hottest year on record.
El Nino conditions are predicted to emerge by August, potentially leading to moderate to strong extreme weather events. The WMO anticipates droughts in West Africa and South Africa, while the equatorial Pacific may experience heavy rainfall. Countries are urged to prepare for these impacts.
A rare, deep low-pressure system brought destructive winds (up to 125 km/h) and heavy rain to Western Australia, causing widespread destruction, 130+ power outages, and flooding in Perth, with the system expected to move into South Australia.
China's Central Meteorological Observatory forecasts heavy rainfall and severe convective weather across southern regions from May 26-28, with potential for torrential downpours, thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail. Northern areas may experience wind, dust, and temperature drops.
Michigan is experiencing severe weather, including tornadoes and flooding, with significant economic and social impacts. The state faces costly cleanup operations and long-term financial burdens from damaged infrastructure and repeated extreme events.
Yunnan province is experiencing frequent extreme weather events including heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and hail, leading to flash floods and landslides. Effective early warnings and timely evacuations have successfully prevented casualties and minimized losses in multiple areas.
Russia's central region to experience a heatwave with temperatures 7+ degrees above normal, while Siberia faces abnormal cold. Frosts expected in Irkutsk Oblast, and rain with wet snow in Tuva's mountain areas.
Thousands in Peru's informal settlements like Mollepata live in high-risk areas vulnerable to extreme weather. Despite a deadly 2009 flood, new settlements grow, straining resources and urban planning efforts.
With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this summer.
Fears over a natural disaster or cyber attack are pushing households into contingency planning, Link survey showsMillions of Britons are “prepping” for a potential “major disruptive event” by keeping a stash of cash at home, stockpiling tinned goods or ensuring they have a battery-powered torch close to hand, new data suggests.With war raging in the Middle East and Ukraine, extreme weather becoming more frequent, and warnings that the UK’s critical infrastructure is at risk from cyber-attacks and power outages, many people feel the world has become a more dangerous and chaotic place. Continue reading...
A public sector audit report recommends that the Hong Kong Observatory improve public understanding of its typhoon warning system, citing increased demand for early notification due to more frequent extreme weather events.
Wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes and floods fueled by manmade climate change are changing the housing industry. That's because people seeking to rebuild in disaster-prone regions are turning away from stick-builds and embracing prefabricated homes that can withstand fire and extreme weather.
