“This June Was the Hottest on Record and July Is Getting Hotter.
“An already warming Earth steamed to its hottest June on record, smashing the old global mark by nearly a quarter of a degree (0.13 degrees Celsius), with global oceans setting temperature records for the third straight month, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced Thursday…
“Eleven of the first dozen days in July were hotter than ever on record, according to an unofficial and preliminary analysis by University of Maine’s Climate Reanalyzer.”
https://time.com/6294637/june-july-record-extreme-heat/
“Everyone talking about the record sea surface temperatures in June…
“…but the land-only temperature in June is even more disturbing.”
https://twitter.com/Climatologist49/status/1679582179104522243
“How climate change is pushing oxygen out of the world’s oceans.
“Since the 1960s, the oxygen level in the world’s oceans has dropped by about 2 percent. While that may not sound like a lot, the continuous decline in oxygen content of oceanic and coastal waters, called deoxygenation, can alter marine ecosystems and biodiversity.”
https://www.popsci.com/environment/ocean-deoxygenation-climate-change/
“Corals are starting to bleach as global ocean temperatures hit record highs…
“Particularly concerning is how early in the summer we are seeing these high ocean temperatures. If the extreme heat persists, it could have dire consequences for coral reefs. Just like humans, corals can handle some degree of stress, but the longer it lasts, the more harm it can do.”
“Multiple ecosystems in hot water after marine heatwave surges across the Pacific.
“Unlike heatwaves on land, periods of abrupt ocean warming can surge for months or years. Around the world these ‘marine heatwaves’ have led to mass species mortality and displacement events, economic declines and habitat loss.”
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/07/230713142059.htm
“The North Atlantic Ocean Sea Surface Temperature reaching new record highs.
“40,000,000 km² of ocean surface is 0.71°C warmer than ever for this date. If the past three years are any indication, there are many more records on the horizon in the next months.”
https://twitter.com/LeonSimons8/status/1679873742825050114
“Churchill’s record-high temperatures are problematic for polar bears [arctic Canada].
“The Town of Churchill has been seeing some unusually warm temperatures, which is creating concerns for the Arctic sea ice, as well as animals that rely on it. This year, Churchill saw record-high temperatures in January, April, May and June.”
“Record heat meets record wildfires in Canada, and scientists say this is the new reality…
““I can’t emphasize enough just how terrifying this moment is on our planet. With global temperature records breaking and fires and floods raging around the world, our house is truly on fire,” Kristina Dahl, principal climate scientist at the Union of Concerned Scientists, told CNBC.”
“Wildfire engulfs popular B.C. waterfall trail, highlighting what can be lost to flames.
“Two weeks ago, Darrin Rigo was shooting a promotional video encouraging people to visit a beautiful waterfall trail in central B.C. Now, he’s wondering if he’ll ever see it again. On Wednesday, the Greer Creek recreation site about 100 kilometres southwest of Prince George was engulfed by the Greer Creek wildfire…”
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/wildfire-greer-creek-fort-st-james-july-13-1.6905961
“‘Every drop counts’: B.C. urged to slash water usage amid potentially historic drought.
“Emergency Management and Climate Readiness Minister Bowinn Ma made the plea Thursday during a briefing with the B.C. River Forecast Centre. “While it is not uncommon for British Columbians to face droughts, the level and extent of drought that we are witnessing this early on in the season is deeply concerning,” Ma said.”
https://globalnews.ca/news/9831002/bc-drought-warning-july-13/
“Barrhaven tornado shows how twisters in Canada are changing: ‘It’s concerning’…
“Residents in Barrhaven, which is about 20 kilometres southwest of downtown Ottawa, continue to deal with the fallout of the twister that damaged at least 125 homes and left a trail of debris across the area. Over the last few years, the Ottawa area has become familiar with the damage caused by tornadoes…”
https://globalnews.ca/news/9832872/barrhaven-tornado-canada-twisters/
“Forget about hiding from climate chaos in America…
“Americans suffer from a longstanding delusion, a hangover of sorts from the Manifest Destiny era, that there will always be some corner of our vast country to escape to. Its 21st-century form is the notion that one can just pick up stakes and move somewhere else to get away from all this quickening climatic chaos.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/13/opinion/floods-vermont-new-york-heat-climate-change.html
“100-degree days for weeks? See where streaks have broken records [US]…
“As of Wednesday, residents in El Paso, had experienced a record-breaking 27 consecutive days of 100-plus-degree heat, surpassing the 21-day streak in 1980, according to the Southeast Regional Climate Center… The southern United States has seen some locations with more than two weeks of 100-plus-degree maximum temperatures, with record-breaking streaks in Roswell, N.M., and Midland, Tex…”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2023/07/14/100-degree-days-streaks/
“‘Hell on earth’: Phoenix’s extreme heatwave tests the limits of survival…
“The city is on track to break a grim milestone. If the heatwave continues as predicted, Phoenix will have endured an 18-day stretch of temperatures above 110F (43.3C) by Tuesday. “Phoenix has always been hot,” said Michelle Litwin, the city’s heat response program manager. “But this is something else.””
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/jul/14/phoenix-heatwave-summer-extreme-weather-arizona
“Oklahoma grapples with record-breaking heatwave: Highest-ever heat index recorded in 30-year history…
“On Thursday, the Oklahoma Mesonet recorded its highest-ever heat index measurement in its 30-year history. In Pauls Valley, the Mesonet recorded a 126-degree Fahrenheit heat index. The National Weather Service in Norman said they do not maintain an official record of heat indexes.”
“Record warm Gulf of Mexico partially responsible for Texas heat wave.
“Central Texas is baking in its second-hottest July on record, due in part to persistent southeast winds blowing over record warm Gulf of Mexico waters… The higher moisture levels also worsen “feels like” temperatures. Austin set an unofficial all-time heat index record of 118° on Jun. 21.”
“Flash Flood Emergency declared in Mississippi as torrential rains trigger water rescues.
“The worst rain Thursday morning was reported in Louisville, where 6-10 inches had already fallen with 3-5 more inches of rain still on the way, falling at rates of 2-3 inches per hour, according to the National Weather Service.”
“New day new records in the Caribbeans:
“Yesterday Cayman Islands Owen Airport 34.5C [94.1F] beat the territorial heat record again after beating the all time highest Tmin. Today Marathon Florida with a Tmin of 86F beat its all time highest Tmin for the 3rd day in a row.”
https://twitter.com/extremetemps/status/1679915304409788417
“One more record to add to Brazil:
“38.0C [100.4F] yesterday at Palmas, in the Maranhao State , tied the record of the hottest July day on records. More records are possible next day in Bahia, Maranhao, Piaui and Tocantins States.”
https://twitter.com/extremetemps/status/1679890924023828482
“On Thursday, the Civil Defense reported that an extratropical cyclone has devastated southern Brazil, leaving at least one person dead, 24 injured and some 790,000 users without power.
“Between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, the cyclone caused floods and the most damage in the states of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina.”
“More extraordinary heat in the Canary Islands with strong downslope winds:
“Tasarte barely dropped to 39.5C [103.1F] all night long until dawn, rising even above 44C last evening. This is the hottest night (midnight to 6am) ever recorded in Canary and tied the 2nd hottest in Africa.”
https://twitter.com/extremetemps/status/167980336986139852
“North Africa: Heatwave forecast to persist across much of Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia through at least July 21.
“Forecast models indicate that a heatwave will persist across much of Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia through at least July 21. Daily maximum temperatures of up to 47 C (117 F) are possible across parts of the region in the coming days.”
“Tunisia heatwave wilts farmer’s edible flowers.
“A heatwave in Tunisia is wreaking havoc on this farmer’s edible flower crop… “Did you see this place? It was all filled with roses of various colors. However, due to the unusual high temperature, exceeding the average in July, all this land turned yellow and became colorless. Sadly, they all died.””
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/tunisia-heatwave-wilts-farmers-edible-171116702.html
“Europe braced for ‘hottest day ever’ as deadly Cerberus heatwave rages on.
“Temperatures are expected to surpass 40C (104F) in parts of France, Italy, Spain, Greece, Croatia and Turkey. In Sicily and Sardinia, temperatures were forecast to be as high as 48C as the heatwave, named after the three-headed dog guarding the gates to the Underworld, raged on. The highest temperature ever recorded in Europe was 48.8C on the Italian island of Sicily on August 11, 2021.”
“Europe Risks Becoming Dependent on Air Conditioning in a Hot World…
“Switzerland, the UK and Norway will see the biggest relative rise in days with uncomfortably hot temperatures if global warming reaches 2C, and the countries do not have the required infrastructure or building design to keep people cool…”
“Forest fire in Croatia still out of control.
“Summer has arrived, and with it, sadly, also the fires. Unfortunately, a large fire in Croatia broke out this morning in the area of Primošten… Exactly one year ago today, the Šibenik area, more specifically, the hinterland of Vodice, Zaton, and Raslina, was also engulfed in a massive fire.”
https://total-croatia-news.com/news/forest-fire-in-dalmatia-still-out-of-control/
“Türkiye experiencing record heat wave, with mercury in south east likely to touch 50℃ [122F] in coming days.
“Türkiye will experience a record-breaking heat wave this week, with temperatures in the southeastern region bordering Syria expected to reach 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) in the following days, setting a new record for the hottest day in the country’s recorded history…”
“‘We cannot work’ – why Gulf summer feels even hotter than usual…
“Genedi is right that this summer seems unusually hot. Apart from last week being identified as the hottest ever recorded worldwide, a wave of humidity has been suffocating the Gulf. “People have been left wondering if the temperatures are even higher” than usual, Ahmed Habib of the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology told AFP.”
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/cannot-why-gulf-summer-feels-111025635.html
“Iraq’s water crisis drying up fish farming in Basra.
“Walking over dusty land in the sweltering midday heat in the southern province of Basra, Karam points to his dried up carp ponds, once irrigated by the Shatt al-Arab river. “Everything is full of salt now because of water scarcity and pollution,” he said, pointing at white patches of salt crust nearby.”
https://www.sightmagazine.com.au/news/31169-iraq-s-water-crisis-drying-up-fish-farming-in-basra
“More records of all time highest temperatures fell yesterday in Siberia and Kazakhstan, which have been with record heat for over 3 months.
“Kazakhstan: 41.6 [106.8F] Esil; 42.6 Arkalyk; 41.0 Zhaltyr; 39.3 Akkol… Russia: 40.9 Poltavka; 40.7 Slavgorod; 39.9 Karasuk; 39.6 Kupino; 39.0 Zdvinsk; 38.7 Isim.”
https://twitter.com/extremetemps/status/1679407817269170177
“Rescuers evacuate 14,000 people from flood-hit villages in eastern Pakistan.
“A top Pakistani provincial official says rescuers in boats have evacuated 14,000 people over the past several days after floodwaters from two rivers swollen by monsoon rains inundated dozens of villages in eastern Punjab province.”
“Alarming glacier melt in Hindu Kush Himalayas…
“Himalayas could face massive floods year after year due to heavy glacial melt till the region reaches its water peak by mid-century. After that, the river waters would start tapering as glaciers would have thinned, challenging human sustenance. Call it apocalypse if you will; this may be the beginning of a dystopian society.”
“Record monsoon rains kill more than 100 people in northern India…
“At least 88 people died and more than 100 were injured in the worst hit-state of Himachal Pradesh, a mountainous region where cars, buses, bridges and houses were swept away by swirling floodwaters, a government statement said.”
“Yamuna River surpasses height record as northern India reels from deadly floods.
“A major river overflowing near India’s capital has reached the highest level on record, authorities said, prompting mass evacuations and causing havoc with water supplies as northern states report rising deaths from heavy flooding.”
https://edition.cnn.com/2023/07/14/india/india-yamuna-river-flooding-deaths-intl-hnk/index.html
“China battles record-breaking summer heat…
“The country experienced four regional heatwaves last month, which arrived earlier and were more widespread and extreme than in previous years, meteorologists said… A total of 214 national level weather stations, including some in Beijing and the neighboring province of Hebei, registered the hottest temperature for June ever recorded.”
https://english.news.cn/20230714/1dab09a9f89c4f8bb4592c35670fc659/c.html
“The temperature in the Turpan Basin will reach the highest on July 16, which may hit China’s highest temperature record of 50.7C [123.2F]!”
https://twitter.com/yangyubin1998/status/1679886997543092224
“A series of dramatic rescue operations have taken place across China following bouts of torrential rainfall, with motorists being saved from submerged vehicles and residents evacuated from flooded neighborhoods.
“Torrential rain wreaked havoc across north China’s Shanxi Province… Flash floods triggered by heavy rain also hit Pingyi County of east China’s Shandong Province.”
“Heavy rainfall unleashes havoc in China’ Chongqing…
“Flash floods in Chongqing has washed away cars and destroyed infrastructure in the region… ““Ten days ago, Wanzhou in Chongqing was hit by a 261 mm [10.3 inches] rainstorm for 3 hours. Today, another 230 mm [9 inches] fell, and many parts of the urban area were flooded.” [Jim Yang]
“Torrential rain batters South Korea, triggering landslides and leaving seven dead.
“Seven people died, three were missing and more than 1,500 evacuated in South Korea on Saturday, officials said, as a third day of torrential rains caused landslides and the overflow of a dam.”
“Heavy rain pounds Sea of Japan coast, local politician dies…
“Ishikawa Prefecture logged a record 6-hour rainfall total of 199 millimeters [7.8 inches] during the night in Kahoku, while Toyama Prefecture registered a downpour of 170.5 mm in Kamiichi, another record high.”
“It’s official: Sydney just recorded its driest start to winter in 85 years.
“It’s official: Sydney has just recorded its driest start to winter in 85 years. Over at Observatory Hil, only 22mm [0.9 inches] of rain has been recorded falling since winter started almost two months ago. This is a stark contrast to the intensity of last year’s rainfall, with it quite literally being the wettest year ever recorded in Sydney’s history.”
“After Tasmania, it was New Zealand which got a winter warm day: Yesterday up to 21.4C [70.5F] at Kaikoura. Cape Campbell with 18.7C beat its record of highest temperature in July (17.1C in 1985).”
https://twitter.com/extremetemps/status/1680102395903107072
“Financial models on climate risk ‘implausible’, say actuaries [picture from East London fires during the UK’s unprecedented, 40C heatwave in 2022].
“Financial institutions often did not understand the models they were using to predict the economic cost of climate change and were underestimating the risks of temperature rises, research led by a professional body of actuaries shows.”
https://www.ft.com/content/a5027391-41a4-4e21-a72d-f8189d6a7b71
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