By the way, if it is confirmed that the flood was caused by the collapse of a glacier, we can attribute it to global climate change, which destabilizes the Himalayas (just like most other parts of the planet) due to rising temperatures. It won't be the last time we see something like this. (translated)
In Italy, a heat wave will begin on Wednesday with temperatures reaching up to 45 °C, with the main peak expected on Thursday and Friday, while high temperatures will also spread to the Balkans and central Europe. (translated)
This year's forest fires in Europe, intensified by heavy rains and high temperatures, have revealed unexploded ordnance from the Second World War, posing a serious risk to rescuers and residents in the affected areas. (translated)
The average global sea surface temperature has reached a record 21.1 °C, which is the highest value since the mid-19th century, and the main cause of this increase is the El Niño phenomenon, which amplifies the long-term effects of human-induced global warming. (translated)
The Greens and the Left criticize Chancellor Friedrich Merz for his alleged lack of response to the crisis caused by extreme temperatures, drought, and wildfires, calling his silence during this period unacceptable and irresponsible. (translated)
In Miami, the temperature was recorded at a record 100 degrees Fahrenheit, which has happened only twice in 130 years, with extreme heat also affecting other parts of the southern USA, including Fort Lauderdale at 37 °C and Death Valley with temperatures over 53 °C. (translated)
Studies show that increasing temperatures due to climate change are making extreme heat more dangerous for older people at lower temperatures and humidity than for younger generations, which previous climate risk modeling underestimated. (translated)
In the Czech Republic, there have been no precipitation in some places, such as Prague in Břevnov and the Jičín area, for almost a month, which contributes to severe drought caused by climate change and high temperatures, although rainy days are expected this week that could partially improve the situation. (translated)
This Wednesday, Madrid will experience the last day of intense heat with a yellow warning level and maximum temperatures reaching up to 37 degrees Celsius, while a gradual drop in temperatures is expected in the following days. (translated)
This summer in the Czech Republic has rewritten historical temperature records, with more than three-quarters of meteorological stations surpassing their maximums, while a new absolute temperature of 41.9 °C was recorded in Doksany, which is 1.5 °C higher than the previous record, and this year there were also more than 22 super-tropical days with temperatures above 35 °C. (translated)
Forest fires in Europe, which this year mainly affected France, Spain, and Greece, have claimed more than 20 lives and burned over 580,000 hectares of land in the EU, which is attributed to climate change and rising temperatures. (translated)
Podle předpovědí El Niña může globální teplota příští rok výrazně překonat dosavadní rekord. OPĚT. Dobrá chvíle připomenout si „klimaskeptické“ politiky (kolem Václava Klause, ODS, SPD nebo KSČM), kteří kydali špínu na údajně „alarmistické“ klimatology. Byli úplně mimo. https://t.co/DECczuPoBZ #klima #ElNino #globálníoteplení
In the last 70 years, the number of tropical nights in Spain with minimum temperatures above 20 and 25 degrees has significantly increased, which has an alarming impact on the health of the population, including a record rise in deaths related to high temperatures, while infernal nights with temperatures above 30 degrees are also beginning to appear. (translated)
In Madrid, young people are deciding to exchange their holidays for work in temperatures reaching 38 degrees, so they can financially secure their studies and housing, reflecting their difficult situation with high rents and insufficient ability for emancipation or savings. (translated)
Storms have arrived in the Czech Republic, bringing strong winds, hail, and heavy rain after a long dry period, leading to dozens of fire brigade interventions due to fallen trees and power outages in several regions, and meteorologists announced a return to typical summer weather with milder temperatures and more frequent rainfall. (translated)
On Thursday, a temperature record of 38.1 °C was measured in London, which is the highest value of the year and the fifth hottest day in the history of measurements, while footage from a thermal camera shows that temperatures on artificial surfaces in the city center exceed 60 °C, while a slight cooling and the arrival of rain are expected in the following days. (translated)
The Mediterranean Sea has reached a historically high average surface temperature of 28.5 °C, significantly surpassing previous records, with temperatures in some areas even exceeding 32 °C, which has serious consequences for ecosystems and may also affect atmospheric precipitation. (translated)
During record heat in the Czech Republic, when temperatures reached up to 41.9 degrees Celsius, the number of deaths increased, with 2264 people dying in the hot week from June 22, and even 2299 during the transition from June to July, which is significantly more than in previous years, while the exact causes of death will not be known for several months. (translated)
Hydrometeorologist Martin Pecha warns that due to record temperatures and lack of precipitation, the drought situation in the Czech Republic is worsening, with most of the territory suffering from hydrological drought and some areas even experiencing historical lows in water flow. (translated)
