Southern Europe, particularly Spain, France, and Italy, is enduring a severe heatwave with temperatures up to 44C and widespread wildfires. Thousands have been evacuated, and excess deaths have been recorded, prompting Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez to call for a climate change pact.
Seven developing countries, including Pakistan and Ethiopia, are now using China's AI-powered Mazu weather warning system on the ground to enhance preparedness for natural disasters like typhoons and rainstorms, with 40 Global South countries testing its cloud version.
A wildfire in Almeria, southern Spain, has claimed 12 lives, with six more deaths confirmed. The blaze, which broke out amid soaring temperatures and a heatwave, injured at least six people. Authorities are investigating the cause, with witnesses suggesting a fallen power line ignited dry vegetation.
Mumbai and Maharashtra are experiencing severe disruptions due to heavy rainfall and strong winds for the third consecutive day. Palghar district is the worst-hit, with widespread waterlogging, stranded trains, and landslides. Schools and colleges have been declared holidays, and essential services are impacted.
The UK recorded its hottest June day at 36.4C in Somerset, breaking a record set earlier in the week. Extreme heat caused widespread disruption, forcing schools to close early and leading to significant transport delays, with a red weather warning for southern England.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a fresh weather warning with expectations of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds up to 40 kmph across several Indian states, including Maharashtra and the Northeast, advising residents in vulnerable areas to stay alert.
The UK's Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for extreme heat, with temperatures potentially hitting 40C. Europe is experiencing a severe heatwave, leading to school closures and transport disruptions. Scientists link the extreme heat to the upcoming strong El Niño, nicknamed 'Godzilla'.
A rare red weather warning for extreme heat has been issued for parts of England and Wales, with temperatures potentially reaching 40C. The Met Office warns of significant disruption to daily life, including travel, and a danger to life. Schools are closing early, and water usage is being restricted.
The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for Wednesday and Thursday due to extreme heat and humidity, covering southern Wales and large parts of England, including London. A red heat health alert in England indicates a "risk to life for even the healthy population," with temperatures potentially exceeding 37C and high humidity exacerbating health impacts. Significant disruption to daily life, travel, and infrastructure is expected.
The UK's Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for Wednesday and Thursday, covering southern Wales and large parts of England including London. Temperatures are expected to exceed 37C, with high humidity, posing a significant risk to life and causing widespread disruption.
An amber weather warning for extreme heat is in effect across England and Wales until Thursday, with temperatures potentially reaching 38C. The heatwave, spreading from Europe, poses serious health risks and infrastructure pressure.
An amber weather warning for extreme heat is in effect across England and Wales from Monday to Thursday, with temperatures expected to reach 38C. The heatwave is spreading from continental Europe, where France has issued red alerts.
The Met Office has extended an amber weather warning for extreme heat across England and Wales, with temperatures potentially reaching 38C (100F) by late next week. The warning, in effect from Monday to Thursday, highlights risks to health, disruption to routines, and strain on infrastructure due to prolonged high temperatures and humid conditions.
The Met Office has extended an amber weather warning for extreme heat across England and Wales, with temperatures potentially reaching 38C (100F) by late next week. The warning, in effect from Monday to Thursday, anticipates population-wide impacts, including health risks and infrastructure strain.
A powerful El Nino event is developing in the Pacific, with forecasters warning it could be one of the strongest in 140 years. This climate phenomenon is expected to emerge soon and continue into winter, potentially causing global disruptions like drought, flooding, and heat waves, impacting food and water supplies.
France is under a severe weather warning as temperatures exceed 40C. Millions are affected by an orange heatwave alert, with a cardiac arrest death reported. Nuclear plant output may be curbed, and festivals cancelled. Spain and Germany also face extreme heat.
Delhi-NCR experienced sudden rain and gusty winds on Thursday night, prompting the IMD to issue a red alert for severe thunderstorms, lightning, and winds up to 90 kmph. The change is due to a cyclonic circulation over Pakistan, expected to bring relief from heat.
Hong Kong is forecast to experience a scorching week with temperatures potentially hitting 33°C on four consecutive days, possibly triggering the year's first very hot weather warning. An anticyclone aloft is bringing hot and fine weather to the region.
Heavy rainfall in southern and central China has caused flash floods and landslides, killing 12 people and forcing hundreds to evacuate. Meanwhile, northern India is experiencing severe heatwaves with temperatures exceeding 45C, leading to warnings and farmers working at night.
South Korea introduces 'extreme heat emergency' alert as part of a national weather warning system overhaul, effective June 1, due to rising heat-related anomalies becoming the new seasonal baseline.
