Grand Canyon National Park is issuing an extreme heat watch for early next week, with temperatures potentially exceeding 110°F at Phantom Ranch. This warning follows recent heat-related deaths of three hikers in the inner canyon. Visitors are strongly advised to avoid midday hiking.
Grand Canyon National Park is issuing warnings about extreme heat expected early next week, with temperatures potentially exceeding 110°F. This comes after three hikers died from heat-related illnesses in the inner canyon recently. Visitors are strongly advised to avoid midday hiking.
Three hikers died from heat-related illnesses in Grand Canyon National Park this month. Two died on the North Kaibab Trail and one on the South Kaibab Trail, where temperatures can exceed 109°F. The park advises against hiking between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Heavy rain and strong winds battered South Korea's Gangwon Province and southern regions on Saturday, leading to the closure of national park trails and the disruption of a local festival. No casualties were reported, but authorities issued landslide warnings and advised caution for high waves.
Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a migratory brown skua seabird found in Cape Le Grand National Park. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the detection "concerning" and pledged government efforts to contain its spread, with $113 million already spent on preparation. Experts warn of significant risks to native wildlife, including endangered species.
Migratory seabirds found on the Western Australian coast have tested positive for the deadly H5N1 bird flu strain, marking its arrival on the Australian mainland. Agriculture Minister Julie Collins confirmed a brown skua died from the disease, and tests suggest a giant petrel may also be infected.
The H5N1 bird flu strain has been confirmed on the Australian mainland after a brown skua found on the Western Australian coast tested positive. Agriculture minister Julie Collins confirmed the death of the bird from the highly pathogenic strain, with another bird suspected positive. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated the government is focused on limiting its spread.
The H5N1 bird flu strain has been confirmed on the Australian mainland after a brown skua found on the Western Australian coast tested positive. Agriculture Minister Julie Collins stated the bird died from the disease, and tests suggest a giant petrel in the same area may also be infected. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the arrival "concerning" but noted government preparations.
A brown skua found dead at Cape Le Grand National Park, Western Australia, has tested positive for avian influenza. Further testing is underway to confirm if it is the H5N1 strain. A second bird, a giant petrel, is also being tested. Officials urge the public not to touch sick or dead birds.
Millions of straw-coloured fruit bats, Africa's largest gathering, seasonally inhabit Kasanka National Park in Zambia. The park, once depleted by poaching, has seen a wildlife comeback and offers unique sightings of bats, sitatunga antelope, and diverse birdlife.
A proposal to create the Great Southern Forest National Park in NSW, merging 1.2 million hectares of bushland. The plan aims to protect wildlife, water catchments, and threatened habitats, potentially generating significant carbon credits but impacting the native forest logging industry.
The Trump administration has removed more than 50 exhibits from at least 37 national parks, following an order to take down signs that "inappropriately disparage Americans." A federal judge blocked further modifications, calling the removals an attempt to "rewrite the Nation’s history with a white-out pen."
The Trump administration has declared the algae cleanup at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool a "regional and national priority," urging staff to work overtime for July 4 celebrations. The $14 million renovation project turned green shortly after completion due to algae infestation.
El Niño has arrived, promising a wet winter in the Southwest and fewer Atlantic hurricanes. However, a potential super El Niño could significantly alter global weather patterns, with implications for disaster preparedness and climate change adaptation.
Plans to reduce livestock numbers on Dartmoor, intended to combat overgrazing, have sparked fears of a cull of up to 90% of its semi-wild ponies. MPs and Natural England are urging the government to create an exemption for the ponies, which are crucial for managing specific vegetation.
Natural England and MPs are urging the government to revise livestock rules that could lead to a cull of Dartmoor ponies. Current Defra policies fail to differentiate between sheep and ponies, potentially forcing commoners to reduce pony numbers to meet destocking targets aimed at preventing overgrazing.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah confirmed his party's plan to protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on the first day of Parliament's monsoon session to demand the restoration of the state's status. He stated that his recent meeting with PM Modi did not alter this plan, emphasizing commitments made to restore statehood.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah confirmed his party's plan to protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on the first day of Parliament's monsoon session to demand the restoration of the state's status. He stated that his recent meeting with PM Modi did not alter this decision, emphasizing commitments made to restore statehood.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's executive order aimed at reshaping how American history is taught. The order sought to remove content that "inappropriately disparages Americans." This follows the removal of an exhibit on enslaved African-Americans at George Washington's first executive mansion in Philadelphia, sparking legal battles and calls for its full restoration.
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by a former Yosemite National Park ranger fired for flying a large transgender pride flag. The judge ruled the ranger must follow Civil Service Reform Act procedures for probationary employees.
The Lilla Sports and Storytelling Festival in Central Australia unites about 40 children from remote communities for a three-day camp featuring sports, theatre, and cultural activities. Established over a decade ago, the festival serves as an incentive for school attendance and provides opportunities for First Nations school leavers.
A US federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to reinstate exhibits and displays at national museums, parks, and landmarks that were altered under an executive order. Judge Angel Kelley issued a preliminary injunction, criticizing the changes as an attempt to "rewrite the Nation’s history with a white-out pen."
Devastating bushfires in Victoria have destroyed 70% of the core habitat for endangered pink cockatoos in Wyperfeld National Park. The fires, which burned 440,000 hectares across the state, have decimated ancient native cypress pines crucial for the birds' nesting hollows, raising concerns for the species' survival.
Cuban scientists and conservationists are facing significant challenges in protecting the island's marine ecosystems due to economic scarcity, US sanctions, and the climate crisis. Despite limited resources, they are employing innovative methods like coral farming and relying on local volunteers to mitigate damage from pollution, invasive species, and coral diseases.
