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Amber heat-health alerts have been issued for most of England as temperatures are expected to reach 36C or higher this week. The alerts will be in place from 9am on Tuesday until 9pm on Friday.
Typhoon No. 15 set to hit Honshu
Typhoon No. 15 is forecast to make landfall on Japan's main island of Honshu on Tuesday, following an unusual east-to-west trajectory. Residents in the Kanto and southern Tohoku regions are advised to prepare for heavy rain, violent winds, and high waves.
Hong Kong's heatwave is expected to persist until Wednesday or Thursday, with temperatures in some areas forecast to reach at least 37 degrees Celsius. Thundery showers are forecast later in the week, potentially easing the intense heat.
Hong Kong has broken a 140-year temperature record after experiencing its hottest day on record, with temperatures reaching 36.9°C. Some areas recorded even higher temperatures, with Sheung Shui reaching 39.8°C.
Typhoon Dolphin set to hit China’s east coast, triggering flood warnings
Typhoon Dolphin is expected to make landfall on China's east coast on Sunday, bringing torrential rain and powerful winds, prompting flood and landslide warnings. The storm previously swept through Okinawa Prefecture, causing injuries and power outages.
A heat warning has been issued for parts of southern Germany, with temperatures expected to reach up to 35 degrees Celsius on Sunday. The German Weather Service has advised people to avoid the heat, drink plenty of water, and keep their homes cool.
Monsoon rains have brought pleasant weather to Lahore, reducing the heat intensity. The Met Office has predicted further rain in the city and other parts of Punjab over the next 24 hours.
Google's DeepMind and Google Research have developed an AI model called WeatherNext that can predict cyclones with unprecedented accuracy. The model gives forecasters a day more lead time than existing models, which can make a significant difference in organizing evacuati…
Google DeepMind's WeatherNext AI model has achieved state-of-the-art accuracy in predicting cyclone tracks, intensity, and wind structure, giving forecasters an extra day of warning. The model is now open-sourced to empower the research community and support more resilien…
The German Weather Service (DWD) forecasts slightly milder temperatures today, but warns of heavy storms in the south. The heat wave has eased in Bavaria, but severe weather is expected, with strong winds and heavy rain possible.
WindBorne Systems, a startup that collects data with the world's longest-flying weather balloons, has raised a $37 million Series B round to improve weather forecasting using AI. The company's proprietary dataset creates a moat for their weather model, which also ingests …
Floods and landslides triggered by monsoon rains have killed more than 100 people across India since July, with thousands forced to flee flooded homes.
Deadly wildfires in Spain, particularly in Almeria, have claimed 14 lives and forced thousands to evacuate, intensifying fears across Europe as recurrent heatwaves create highly flammable conditions.
Germany is experiencing severe weather, with thunderstorms, heavy rain, hail, and strong winds causing damage. This follows a period of intense heat, with temperatures expected to rise again to up to 38 degrees Celsius.
Heat kills 16 in South Korea this summer: interior ministry
South Korea's summer heat has killed 16 people so far this year, with 2,025 people suffering heat-related illnesses, according to the interior ministry. Temperatures have soared to record highs, with the city of Yangsan reaching 42.5C on Sunday.
Berlin and Brandenburg can expect a hot day on Tuesday, with thunderstorms and heavy rain possible in some areas. Temperatures in Brandenburg are expected to be higher than in Berlin, with the highest temperatures expected in Cottbus.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung urged authorities to step up support for people affected by a record heatwave in the country, saying the death toll had risen to 16 and warning that extreme weather was becoming more frequent.
The FRED Blog discusses how seasonal weather affects construction employment, using data from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. The article examines the patterns of construction employment in two states, Kentucky and Minnesota, and…
The Yellow River Conservancy Commission initiated a Level IV flood defense emergency response for Inner Mongolia due to anticipated heavy rainfall and high risks of flash floods and waterlogging from August 1st to 5th. This action is taken during the critical flood season…
Berlin and Brandenburg are expecting a mix of sun and clouds, with a chance of thunderstorms and heavy rain in the north. Temperatures are expected to rise on Tuesday, with highs ranging from 28 to 33 degrees Celsius.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rain across the Northeast and Himalayan foothills over the next five days, while warning of flash floods in parts of the northern hills and southern India.
South Korea on Sunday registered its highest temperature since records began more than a century ago, with the south-eastern city of Yangsan recording a temperature of 42.5°C. Much of the country has been placed under heat warnings, with many cities seeing temperatures cl…
Hong Kong is bracing for heavy showers and squally thunderstorms over the next few days, with the Hong Kong Observatory warning of unsettled weather.
A super El Niño event is rapidly forming in the Pacific, with the China Meteorological Administration indicating it could be the strongest in 150 years and is expected to last until at least next spring. This phenomenon significantly amplifies risks of extreme weather glo…
Heavy rains continue to pound Kerala, bringing life to a standstill. With rivers overflowing, several low-lying areas have been inundated. As flood water entered homes and shops, landslides have added to the woes. IMD issued red alert for Wayanad, Kannur, Kottayam and oth…
Severe thunderstorms swept across Germany, causing one death and several injuries. The worst of the storms hit the Saxon Switzerland region, where a man was killed by a falling tree. Strong winds and heavy rain caused damage in Hamburg and Stuttgart, with multiple local s…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts below-normal rainfall for August and September, indicating weaker monsoon activity in the latter half of the season. Orange alerts have been issued for Himachal Pradesh and 11 districts in Kerala due to anticipated heavy…
An Emirates Airbus A380 flight from Dubai to Shanghai was diverted to Hangzhou due to thundery weather, leaving 373 passengers stranded on the tarmac for 10 hours. The plane's air-conditioning system failed, and the crew had to wait for new pilots to arrive, causing furth…
A devastating tornado ripped through north-eastern Wisconsin, leveling homes, toppling trees and power lines, and injuring dozens. Despite widespread damage, no deaths have been reported, possibly due to the storm's timing, which occurred in the early afternoon when most …
Climate experts say super El Niño will negatively impact African economies
Climate experts warn that an impending 'super' El Niño will have a negative impact on African economies, triggering mass migration and a combined $10 billion to $20 billion hit on affected countries.