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“Few seem to understand how worrying it is that the Pacific Decadal Oscillation has been negative for over 5.5 years and global warming has still significantly accelerated.
“This wasn’t factored in by Grant Foster and Stefan Rahmstorf in their [recently published] variability corrected warming rates of ~0.43C per decade.” ‘[Leon Simons]
“Warming Rivers Are Choking Arctic Ocean of Nitrogen — And Scientists Warn It Could Be Catastrophic.
“A new study led by Bridger J. Ruyle was published, tracking the six largest Arctic rivers over the past 20 years. The results are striking: these rivers now deliver much less of the vital inorganic nitrogen (DIN) and much more of the dissolved organic nitrogen (DON). This shift could disrupt the region’s fragile marine ecosystems.”
“Temperatures up to 25C [77F] on the Russian Arctic coast at 70/72N for days. The Svalbard are recording maxes >15C/17C for days with even minimums >10C.”
“Sea waters around UK experience record temperatures, causing dramatic changes in marine life.
“There have been dramatic changes to marine life as a result of seas around the UK having their warmest start to the year since records began, according to provisional data from the UK Met Office.”
“A pregnant female was among a pod of 23 pilot whales found dead after a mass stranding in Orkney.
“Emma Neave-Webb, of Scottish Marine Animal Stranding Scheme (Smass), said the whales appeared to have been healthy, and that the cause of the incident may never be known.”
“Overheated homes: why UK housing is dangerously unprepared for impact of climate crisis.
“…the focus has been mainly on how to keep draughty homes warm in winter, to stop them leaking heat – and money, and carbon dioxide alongside. The challenge of cooling overheated homes is new – and the current draft of the FHS fails to meet it…”
“Swarm of jellyfish shuts nuclear power plant in France.
“Three reactors at the Gravelines nuclear power plant in northern France shut down automatically late on Sunday, according to the French nuclear company EDF, after the filter drums of the pumping stations became packed with a “massive and unpredictable” swarm of the marine creatures.”
“France heatwave: record 43.4C [110.1F] in Aude and intense heat to continue.
“Argeliers, in Aude (Occitanie) set a record with a high temperature of 43.4C on Sunday, August 10, reports Météo France and La Chaîne Météo… [Also, Bordeaux has its hottest day on record with 41.6°C / 107°F].”
“35.1°C [95.2F] at 1410 m asl! ABSOLUTE RECORD AT GAVARNIE [in The Pyrenees] – SET YESTERDAY – DESTROYED BY +1°C!!!
“THIS IS NO MORE CLIMATOLOGY. THIS IS DAILY MORBID NIGHTMARE! The worst part is that it will probably be broken again in the coming days…” [Melaine Le Roy]
“Flames near Madrid as wildfires burn across Spain and Portugal
“Emergency crews are battling multiple wildfires across Spain and Portugal, as a record-breaking heatwave continues across Europe. Firefighters worked through the night on Monday in an effort to contain a blaze burning in the municipality of Tres Cantos, located 23km north of Madrid.”
“All time record (POR over one century) pulverized in Al Ayoun (Layoune) right on the coast in Western Sahara with 49C [120.2F] (first 48C and 49C in history).
“MOROCCO experiencing brutal record heat on the Atlantic coast – 47.9 Essaouira Airport and 46.5 at Safi.”
“The Cape Verdean government on Monday declared a state of emergency on the islands of Sao Vicente and Santo Antao, where heavy rains [163mm / 6.4 inches in just one hour] and flooding have left seven people dead and caused significant material damage.”
“Wildfires forced evacuations and reportedly destroyed several homes in Albania, as firefighters battled blazes across the country on Monday.
“Over a dozen fires were active in the Balkan nation, after hundreds of firefighters and soldiers controlled most of nearly 40 fires that flared in the last 24 hours, according to the defence ministry.”
“Historic Balkan heatwave – 43.6 [110.5F] Tirana, 42.4 Durres – ALL TIME RECORDS; ALBANIA HOTTEST AUGUST DAY.
“Min. 30.2 Podgorica MONTENEGRO HOTTEST AUGUST NIGHT; MIN 29.1 Mostar BOSNIA HOTTEST NIGHT EVER; Min 30.8 Split, 28.7 Lastovo,28 Rab, 27.7 Knin CROATIA HOTTEST AUGUST NIGHT; 39.5 Sibenik, 38.9 Dubrovnik ATR RECORDS.”
“Hundreds evacuated in northwestern Turkey as authorities fight wildfires…
“Helicopters were seen scooping water from the Dardanelles Strait and dousing the wildfires, while water-spraying police vehicles worked to extinguish flames that had spread to some residential buildings in the area.”
“INSANE BLAZING HOT NIGHTS ALLOVER MIDDLE EAST; MINIMUMS *all time Records:
“SAUDI ARABIA: 35.7 Arar*, 35.0 Al Jouf*, 31.5 Turaif; Records smashed in ISRAEL and JORDAN: 35.7 [96.3F] Sedom, 33.8 Eilat*, 33.0 Aqaba* is hottest night ever in the Red Sea coast.”
“Record Temperatures Forecast in Israel Amid Unprecedented Heatwave.
“The current heatwave is expected to last around a week and see temperatures 8°C to 10°C higher compared to the average summer in Israel… The Israel Meteorological Service forecasts temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) in several areas, mainly in the Jordan Valley in central-northern Israel.”
“Nationwide power outage hits Iraq as heatwave pushes grid to breaking point.
“Iraq was plunged into a nationwide blackout on Monday after record heat and surging electricity demand overloaded the grid, authorities said, as temperatures climbed towards 50°C [122F] and millions marked a major Shiite pilgrimage.”
“Severe flooding, hailstorm hit Russia’s Dagestan, roads washed out.
“In just a few hours, the region received more than half of its average monthly rainfall. Water inundated streets and roads in Makhachkala, Kaspiysk, and other cities. Heavy downpours in Makhachkala turned streets into rushing streams.”
“Afghanistan climate crisis: drought and floods drive mass exodus.
“Afghanistan faces a brutal climate reality. Relentless drought and flash floods have driven over 500,000 from their homes in 2024 alone. Fields are gone, villages washed away, can the country survive this?”
“A massive mudslide early Monday killed seven volunteers as they repaired a drainage channel damaged by flash floods in northern Pakistan, officials said, leaving three others injured.”
“Japan moves to evacuate millions of people as torrential rain triggers flooding and landslides…
“In Kumamoto prefecture on Kyushu, Japan’s southernmost main island, streets and neighbourhoods were submerged under about a metre of water, with rivers overflowing, vehicles swept away, and infrastructure heavily damaged, according to The Japan Times.”
“The lowest temperature in Shanghai’s Xujiahui this morning was 32.2 degrees [90F], breaking the city’s record for the highest minimum temperature since meteorological records began in 1872!”
“Records are being smashed every day in 100% of the regions, absolutely unprecedented. August records today: 37.7 Chayaphum; 37.2 Kalasin; 36.8 Roi Et; 36.6 Mukdahan… Heat indexes routinely exceed >50C [122F].”
“Extreme heat is driving dramatic declines in tropical birds…
“In tropical regions such as the Amazon and Panama, the populations of some birds have fallen by as much as 90 per cent even in mostly untouched rainforests. Now, research has found that more intense heat extremes are likely to be the main factor behind these declines.”
“Worst bleaching on record for Western Australian coral reefs.
“World-famous coral reefs along Western Australia’s (WA) coast have suffered the worst bleaching on record after the state’s “longest, largest and most intense” marine heatwave, scientists say… The damage …includes areas previously unscathed by climate change.”
“Antarctic glacier melt reveals remains of Briton who died in 1959 accident…
“Dennis Bell was conducting a survey and geological work in 1959 as part of a two-year assignment, alongside three other researchers who were stationed at Admiralty Bay, a small UK base on King George Island.”
“Rise in dengue fever outbreaks across the Pacific driven by the climate crisis, experts say…
“Dr Paula Vivili, deputy director general of the Pacific Community (SPC), said historically dengue outbreaks were seasonal. “However, due to climate change, transmission seasons are lengthening, and some areas are experiencing year-round dengue risk,” Vivili said.”
“Brazil set to weaken environmental controls despite Lula’s intervention…
“On the last day for him to take a decision on what environmental campaigners have dubbed the ‘devastation bill’, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva vetoed 63 of the text’s nearly 400 provisions, while giving a green light to the rest.”
“Torrential rain in Mexico City on Sunday flooded streets and homes, interrupted services on the subway system and forced the suspension of takeoffs and landings at the capital’s airport for around four hours, affecting more than 100 flights and almost 15,000 passengers.”
“Fires, Storms and Blazing Temperatures Forecast for Western US.
“Fires, storms and the potential for near-record high temperatures across the western US are in the offing for the coming week. The Gifford Fire, about 125 miles (201 kilometers) northwest of Los Angeles, had burned 113,648 acres and was 21% contained through Saturday.”
“14 inches of rain in a day is easily a 1-in-1000 year event for Milwaukee. It’s insane this far north.
“Actually 14” in 10 days meets the 1-in-1000 year criteria. Yes, read that again. To be clear, this doesn’t mean it only happens once every 1000 years, it means the chance in any one year is .1%.” [Jeff Berardelli]
Temperatures close to 38C [100.4F] in the islands. Most important August records (a couple of decimals from their all time highs): 37.5 Bathurst; 37.1 Kouchibouguac [New Brunswick]. More records tomorrow!”
“Canada wildfire season already second worst on record as experts warn of ‘new reality’.
“With hundreds of wildfires burning out of control, Canada’s 2025 fire season is already the second-worst on record, as scientists report climate change is prolonging and exacerbating the burning, leading to more destruction, evacuations and smoke-filled skies.”
“The world’s largest meat supplier is aiming to burnish Brazil’s green credentials at this year’s COP30, presenting evidence that the country’s cattle aren’t so harmful to the environment…
“Tomazoni said Brazil has real examples of carbon capture in production that are expected to be presented during COP30…The cattle ranching industry in Brazil has also faced criticism that it has been a major cause of deforestation in the country.”
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“Record-breaking heatwave continues… Today, Friday, is the 21st consecutive day when temperatures have exceeded 30 degrees Celsius [86F] somewhere in Finland [and consistently over 25C for three weeks even in Arctic Circle]…
“Before this summer, the record for a heatwave above 30 degrees was from June-July 1972, when there were 13 consecutive days with temperatures above 30 degrees.”
“Lapland’s record-breaking heatwave is already threatening the lives of reindeer.
“Now they are really in trouble. We are on the verge of them dying,” says Janne Mustonen, reindeer herder at the Poikajärvi reindeer herding community in northern Rovaniemi… Here are the beginnings of a disaster, Mustonen says.”
“The Isle of Wight has been hit by unexpected flash flooding following heavy rainfall.
“Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service said it received multiple calls from across the island… Images from East Cowes showed large amounts of water in the roads and residents in Cowes could be seen putting sandbags outside their properties.”
“How Britain’s ‘paradise’ islands are at risk from climate change.
“ITV Weather presenter Alex Beresford heads to the beautiful Isles of Scilly off the Cornish coast, to see how climate change is impacting the archipelago.”
“France braces for heatwave next week: 40°C [104F] forecast near Pyrénées.
“A new heatwave is expected to hit France at the end of next week, bringing temperatures of up to 40C to the south-west. Caused by a rush of hot anticyclone wind pushing into France from the Iberian peninsula, temperatures will start climbing midweek on Tuesday-Wednesday (August 5-6) before rising considerably on Thursday.”
““Worst yet to come [for fires in Portugal]. Heat could reach 45ºC [113F].
“Fires are still blazing in northern Portugal. Between Monday and yesterday, more than 15,000 hectares of forestlands were burnt black, adding to the 14,500 registered between January 1 and July 27, making this year ‘three times worse’ for fire damage than last.”
“Spain is battling three major wildfires with thousands of hectares burned and hundreds evacuated.
“Spain is facing a critical situation with several active wildfires keeping authorities and affected communities on high alert… control and stabilisation efforts may continue for several days…”
“Severe weather in Veneto [Italy], with heavy rains and hailstorms in Padua, flooding roads and falling trees.
“A supercell of thunderstorms affected the entire region starting at 2:00 PM, but it quickly moved from west to east, bringing heavy hail, downpours, and violent gusts of wind. Crop damage, flooding, and uprooted trees were reported.”
“Hottest nights in history from Turkey to Russia Also Minimum 27.2 [81F] Trabzon, 26.7 Rize. Turkey has smashed over 1000 records in every region in the past 2 weeks [including a national heat record]. Absolutely extraordinary.”
“Mudflow Nightmare: [southern] Russian Town on Edge as Homes Evacuated and Services Collapse.
“A state of emergency has been declared in the Elbrus district of Russia’s Kabardino-Balkaria Republic after a powerful mudflow struck the town of Tyrnyauz, prompting the evacuation of several residential areas and leaving parts of the city without basic services.”
“Syria’s environmental crisis: How women are bearing the brunt of climate change.
“The environmental catastrophe is inextricably intertwined with the violent conflict that the country has endured. As a consequence, Syria has been grappling with a host of environmental challenges including scorching temperatures, raging wild fires and most importantly debilitating droughts”
“51.8C [125F] Sweihan EMIRATES HOTTEST DAY IN HISTORY. Also record August hottest night at Al Ain MIn 36.4C. In Turkish highlands Min 27.2 Tunceli Record hottest night (23 consecutive days breaking records in Turkey)!”
“Iraq holds Turkiye ‘fully responsible’ for water shortage.
“Ankara has yet to respond to Baghdad’s offer of major economic incentives… in exchange for increased water releases… Al-Khazali cautioned of “grave consequences” if water shortages persist, saying the crisis could threaten social stability in central and southern provinces, while holding Turkiye “fully responsible” if it fails to raise water flows.”
“Iranian president says country is on brink of dire water crisis.
“Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian warned against excessive water consumption which he said was untenable for the country and could leave Tehran facing severe shortages by September, semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Thursday.”
“More cloudburst-induced floods hit Ghizer and Hunza districts on Tuesday, causing widespread destruction [Pakistan].
“According to the Gilgit-Baltistan Disaster Management Authority (GBDMA), the heavy rainfall led to flooding in Khatam village in Ghizer’s Gupis Valley… Pakistan has been grappling with severe flooding caused by cloudbursts, glacial lake outburst floods (Glofs) and intense monsoon rains since June.”
“How climate change is changing mountaineering… Olympian Laura Dahlmeier’s fatal mountain accident in Pakistan proved once again that the dangers of mountaineering are increasing…
“…In the small town of Chilas, located at 1265 meters above sea level on the southern edge of the Karakoram, the thermometer rose to a record 48.5 degrees Celsius (119 Farenheit) in July.”
“Army called in Dholpur [NW India] due to heavy rain, record of last 69 years broken.
“Rajasthan Monsoon Update: Even today, the Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert in six districts of Rajasthan. So far in the month of July, 285 MM rain has occurred in the state, which is the highest rainfall in the last 69 years.”
“China flooding kills dozens, including 31 trapped at elderly care home.
“Torrential rains and flooding across northern China have killed dozens of people, authorities say, including more than 30 elderly residents who were trapped at a care facility in a suburb of the capital Beijing.”
“China’s average temperature in July was 23.64°C, the hottest July and the hottest month on record!
“Nine provinces broke their July record, with five provinces recording their second-highest average temperature for the month, and three provinces their third-highest.” [Jim Yang]
“Chongqing residents seek shelter as heatwave hits China’s southwest…
“After daily peaks exceeding 40 C for a week, Chongqing elevated its heat-wave warning to the highest level – a red alert – on Thursday, with 21 out of its 38 districts forecast to hit up to 43 C. A peak of 44 C is projected for Sunday.”
“Japan’s weather officials say the country had its hottest July on record this year.
“The agency says the average is the highest for July since such data began to be collected in 1898 and broke previous records for the third straight year. Officials say this year’s deviation from normal is much larger than past figures.”
“Japan, South Korea Issue Alerts Amid Historic Temperature Highs: ‘Not A One-Off Anomaly’.
“Authorities in Japan and South Korea issued urgent warnings as record-breaking heatwaves sweep across the region, pushing hospitals to capacity, claiming dozens of lives and setting new temperature milestones with alarming frequency.”
“Heavy downpour triggers widespread flooding in Tainan [Taiwan].
“The downpour occurred from 5 a.m. to 6 a.m., with Yongkang recording the highest hourly accumulated rainfall at 103.5 mm [4.1 inches], followed by 90.5 mm on a section of National Freeway No. 1 in Xinshi District, and 83 mm in Anding District, the center said.”
“In Myanmar, conflict and floods collide as UN warns of deepening crisis.
“As Myanmar reels from deadly floods, renewed fighting and widespread displacement, the United Nations warned on Thursday that urgent humanitarian needs are going unmet due to escalating violence and blocked access.”
“Unbelievable 39.2 [102.6F] Sukang is BRUNEI HOTTEST DAY IN HISTORY again! July Hottest nights: PHILIPPINES: Min 28.4 Aparri; AUSTRALIA Min 23.5 Middle Point… MINIMUM 28.3 [82.9F] Babelthuap PALAU HOTTEST NIGHT EVER.”
“Rare Sandstorm Turns Southern Peru Skies Orange, Stuns Tourists.
“A powerful sand and dust storm swept through southern Peru on Thursday, triggered by strong winds linked to a South Pacific anticyclone, according to national authorities. The unexpected weather event caused major disruptions across coastal regions.”
“Exceptional 39.8C [103.6F] at Puerto Suarez in BOLIVIA today,absolutely unprecedented for this time of the year and 2nd hottest August day on record (record set in 2024) ,but recorded on the 1st.”
“Amazon deforestation surges in Colombia, reversing historic gains.
“Colombia’s government reported on Thursday a sharp overall rise in deforestation in the country’s Amazon rainforest for last year, reversing much of the progress made during a historic low in 2023.”
“Both the Pacific and the Tropical Atlantic are showing relative La Niña signs.
“Because of the accelerated ocean warming, the difference between the uncorrected and the relative El Niño indexes are likely increasing.” [Leon Simons]
“It’s official: June was the rainiest month ever recorded in Mexico…
“The SMN, part of the National Water Commission (Conagua), reported that average accumulated rainfall across Mexico in June was 155.5 millimeters (6.12 inches). That is the highest average national total for any month since Conagua began recording monthly rainfall totals in 1941.”
“The Secretariat for Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection has issued a Red Alert in the Álvaro Obregón municipality, due to the expectation of heavy rainfall of 50 to 70 millimeters and hail between 4:40 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
“The first flooding has been recorded on the high-tension avenues of Río Mixcoac , Insurgentes Sur and Miguel Ángel de Quevedo.”
“The month is almost over, and the stats are staggering: 18 Central and Eastern [US] states — from Arkansas to New Jersey — and D.C. have experienced a record-muggy July.
“Another eight states experienced their second- or third-most-humid July on record… Excessive atmospheric moisture pulsing around the country, exacerbated by corn sweat, has also fueled a deadly, flood-filled month, with over 2,000 reports of flooding.”
“Heavy rain and flash floods batter US east coast with emergency declared in New York.
“Heavy rain and floods are hitting parts of the US east coast, causing flight cancellations and leaving drivers stranded in cities including New York. A total of almost 50 million people in the US are under flood watches, and states of emergency have been declared in New Jersey and New York City…”
“Severe turbulence forces Delta plane to make emergency landing after 25 passengers injured.
“At least 25 people were injured in a severe case of turbulence that forced a Delta Air Lines jet flying to Amsterdam into an emergency landing in Minneapolis, the airline said in a statement. The flight had taken off from Salt Lake City in Utah but landed at the Minneapolis–Saint Paul…”
“US lightning flash was longest on record at 515 miles, scientists say.
“A 515-mile (829km) lightning flash has set a new record as the longest ever identified. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) confirmed the new world record for the flash registered on 22 October 2017 over the Great Plains in the US.”
“‘Fire clouds’ over Arizona and Utah wildfires are creating their own erratic climate.
“Two wildfires burning in the western United States — including one that has become a “megafire” on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon — are so hot that they’re spurring the formation of “fire clouds” that can create their own erratic weather systems.”
“Ghostly silence from blue whales is an ominous sign for the world.
“Heatwave killed krill, favoured prey of blue whales. The primary reason for this, according to the study, is the change in their diet and the availability of kill triggered by climate change and the warming oceans.”
“Business backs away from UN climate talks on edge of the Amazon.
“A host of businesses and consultants are backing away from the UN climate summit at the city of Belém, known as the gateway to the Amazon, deterred by a difficult political backdrop, up to $2,000-a-night for hotel rooms and lengthy travel.”
“New Zealand government votes to bring back fossil fuel exploration in major reversal.
“New Zealand’s government has voted to resume oil and gas exploration despite an outcry from the opposition and environmental groups who argue the reversal will lay waste to the country’s climate credentials.”
“Trump Energy Department Blasted for ‘Unhinged’ Pro-Coal X Post…
“On X—the platform owned by billionaire Elon Musk, who left the Trump administration earlier this year—the department shared an image of coal with the message, “She’s an icon. She’s a legend. And she is the moment.”“
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“State of the climate: 2025 on track to be second or third warmest year on record…
“As it passes its midway point, 2025 is on track to be the second or third warmest year on record, Carbon Brief analysis shows. However, it is very unlikely to beat 2024 as the hottest year. This is not surprising, as 2024’s record temperatures were boosted by a strong El Niño event that has now faded.”
“‘It was so unexpected’: 90 billion litres of meltwater punched its way through Greenland ice sheet in never-before-seen melting event.
“Scientists have discovered a previously-undetected flood under the Greenland ice sheet that spilled out with such force that it burst through nearly 300 feet (91 meters) of solid ice.”
“Heatwave warms inland waters to record-high temperatures – on Tuesday Finland saw the 18th consecutive day of temperatures exceeding 30 degrees somewhere in the country [previous record 13].
“The Finnish Meteorology Institute (FMI) reported that the record was again broken in the municipality of Lieksa, in North Karelia, where the temperature reached 30.3 degrees on Tuesday afternoon.”
“The capital of Belarus and its suburbs were hit by bad weather. As a result, roads and basements were flooded, thousands of trees were felled, and communications were damaged on a massive scale.”
“Polish firefighters race to save hospital from rising floodwaters.
“Fire crews in the town of Elbląg were battling to prevent water from the swollen Kumiela River from reaching the municipal hospital on Tuesday morning after it burst its banks overnight, flooding streets and rendering parts of the area inaccessible.”
“Pea farmers warn of shortages after driest spring in over 100 years [UK].
“The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) said pea growers in Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Suffolk and East Yorkshire have experienced up to a 30 per cent drop in the number of peas that have been picked and processed this year.”
“As climate change hits, what might the British garden of the future look like?
“…Regular British gardeners could also grow a wider variety of grape vines, and even make their own wine. Warmer, drier summers could make plants such as citrus and olive trees easier to grow, with fruits more likely to ripen and less likely to be lost to frost in winter.”
“Soaring heat is driving Italy’s tourists to the Alps – and into deadly terrain…
““We’ve had 83 fatalities and five people missing just in the first month of the summer holidays. That is nearly three fatalities a day. We are carrying out 20 per cent more rescues compared to the average.””
“Hundreds evacuated after series of rockfalls in Italy’s Brenta Dolomites.
“Hundreds of hikers and tourists were evacuated and dozens of trails closed after a series of rockfalls on the slopes of Cima Falkner in the Brenta Dolomites in the north of Italy, as experts warned of a sharp rise in landslides in the area linked to thawing permafrost.”
“Thousands of firefighters struggled to put out a dozen wildfires raging in northern Portugal and central Spain through the night and into Wednesday, in the largest wave of blazes in the Iberian Peninsula so far this year after weeks of summer heat.”
“Greece requests EU assistance to combat wildfires.
“Wildfires broke out in many places across Greece on Saturday, due to the extreme heatwaves recently. The Greek government has requested assistance from the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism to combat the fires.”
“Turkish opposition demands answers after soldiers die during training amid heatwave.
“The soldiers, identified as 29-year-old Semih Erdoğan and Hayrullah Halit Karaman, were performing their compulsory military service at the İskenderun Naval Recruit Training Regiment in Hatay province when they fell ill on July 25.”
“Türkiye’s climate crisis hits hard: Devegecidi dam runs dry.
“In the summer of 2025, Devegecidi Dam—nestled in the heart of southeastern Türkiye—has collapsed to less than 30% of its total capacity, turning once-fertile irrigation zones and vital wildlife habitats into parched land.”
“‘Mothers going to bed after one loaf of bread a day”: Drought devastates thousands in Central and South Gondar.
“Severe drought conditions in Ethiopia’s Amhara regional state are affecting tens of thousands in both Central and South Gondar zones, leading to widespread food insecurity, livestock deaths, and internal migration.”
“EXTREME HEAT IN MIDDLE EAST – 52C [125.6F] again.
“Record heat also in OMAN: 50.7C Barka; Incredible MINUMUMS 38.9 Kuwait Airport, 33.9 Mossul (Iraq) – HOTTEST NIGHTS IN HISTORY; TURKEY HIGHLANDS RECORD HEAT – unbelievable Minim 33.2 Mardin 1050m asl; all time records 42.7 Elazig and 39.0 Yozgat 1300m!”
“Iraq is currently experiencing its most severe drought in nearly a century, with officials describing 2025 as the driest year since 1933. The acute water shortage is impacting both Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, with alarming drops in water levels across rivers, dams, and reservoirs.”
“Iran faces new heatwave as 12 stations record temperatures above 50°C [122F].
“Iran’s Meteorological Organisation continues monitoring the extreme weather conditions affecting multiple provinces as the country experiences one of its most intense summer heatwaves. Iran’s 15 major dams have experienced water reserve declines of more than 50% compared to the same period last year…”
“Tehran’s Karaj reservoir at lowest in 64 years as water outages worsen.
“Residents in various districts describe inconsistent access, with high-rise buildings experiencing more severe cuts. Authorities have advised installing pumps and storage tanks, but many complain water pressure is too low to make them effective. Power cuts also complicate the situation.”
“Delhi Rains Turn Deadly: Safdarjung Hospital Flooded, Wall Collapse in Sehgal Colony Kills Mother and Son.
“Severe monsoon rains flood Safdarjung Hospital corridors and cause a fatal wall collapse at Sehgal Colony, raising urgent concerns over Delhi’s urban preparedness.”
“‘No land, no home, no future’: Himalayan Lepchas fear new dam.
“A glacial lake outburst flood in October 2023 washed away Sikkim’s largest hydropower dam, Teesta III, killing more than 50 people and displacing thousands… the region’s Lepcha communities, who fear further disaster, are protesting against the reconstruction.”
“Shanghai relocates hundreds of thousands due to tropical storm.
“Shanghai relocated more than 280,000 people, halted hundreds of flights and ferry services and imposed speed limits on roads and railways on Wednesday [Ningbo, Zhejiang exceeded rainfall 370 mm in 24 hours, and the rainfall in Cixi broke the annual record – Jim Yang].”
“In the early morning of July 30, Atush, Xinjiang, on the edge of the desert, was suddenly hit by extreme rainstorms, with 88.9mm [3.5 inches] of rainfall in 6 hours, equivalent to the local average annual precipitation.”
“North China Floods: Eight dead, four missing in Hebei Province landslide as rescue efforts continue in worst-hit areas.
“Days of heavy rain across China have triggered floods and landslides. Rescuers in Hebei Province, neighboring Beijing, continue the search for four others still missing in a rain-triggered landslide that struck a village early Monday.”
“Japan sees new record high temperature of 41.2C [106.2F].
“In tourist hotspot Kyoto the mercury hit 40C, the first time any of its observation points — the oldest opened in 1880, the newest in 2002 — had seen such a high, authorities said. Japan’s summer last year was the joint hottest on record, equalling the level seen in 2023, followed by the warmest autumn since records began 126 years ago.”
“Seoul hit with longest night-time heat wave ever for July [and records hottest night on record].
“Temperatures in Seoul never dipped below 29.3 degrees Celsius between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, which meant the city had set a new record: the highest number of tropical nights in July since modern weather observations began over a century ago.”
“HISTORIC HEAT WAVE IN EAST ASIA – records everywhere ! *=all time
“BRUNEI 39.2 [102.6F] Sukang* is BRUNEI & BORNEO HOTTEST DAY IN HISTORY* again! THAILAND: 37.9 Yalla, 36.4 Pattani; Min: 28.4 Takua Pa; PHILIPPINES: Min 27.5 Ambulong; INDONESIA Min 28 Singkep… 37.4 Sibu is …HOTTEST JULY DAY IN MALAYSIA HISTORY.”
“Rainy Tropics Could Face Unprecedented Droughts as an Atlantic Current Slows.
“In a new University of Colorado Boulder-led study published July 30 in Nature, scientists revealed that even a modest slowdown of a major Atlantic Ocean current could dry out rainforests, threaten vulnerable ecosystems and upend livelihoods across the tropics.”
“Flash flooding from monsoonal thunderstorms inundated parts of New Mexico on Wednesday, triggering water rescues and prompting Flash Flood Warnings for several areas around burn scars.
“One of the greatest impacted areas appeared to be Lincoln County, around the village of Ruidoso [yet again]…”
“Deadly ‘Wet-Bulb’ Temperatures Are Smothering the Eastern U.S.
“Extreme heat and humidity make for a deadly combination. The human body lowers its temperature by sweating, and when sweat evaporates, it cools the surface of the skin. Humidity slows this process down, increasing the risk of heat-related illness.”
“Extreme heat may age you as much as smoking or heavy drinking.
““Our study found that people living in areas of extreme heat had biological ages that were up to 14 months older than those living in much cooler regions,” says Eun Young Choi, a gerontologist at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology and co-author of one of the newer studies.”
“Thousands of animal species face an imminent threat of extinction from climate change.
“A sweeping analysis recently identified at least 3,500 animal species already deemed directly threatened by rising temperatures, intensifying storms, droughts, and other climate-related stresses.”
“Why the environmental impacts of a boom in desalination are too big to ignore…
“The process of desalination produces highly concentrated brine as a waste product, and its disposal back into the sea in large volumes can have a devastating impact on marine ecosystems. Reports suggest that waste water can be highly toxic, while areas where the water is discharged can become marine “dead zones”.”
“UN holds emergency talks over sky-high accommodation costs at Cop30 in Brazil.
“UN holds emergency talks over sky-high accommodation costs at Cop30 in Brazil Concerns poorer countries could be priced out of negotiations in Belém as room rates soar amid shortage… Concerns about logistics have dogged preparations for the summit.”
“Researchers quietly planned a test to dim sunlight. They wanted to ‘avoid scaring’ the public…
“The details outlined in funding requests, emails, texts and other records obtained by POLITICO’s E&E News raise new questions about a secretive billionaire-backed initiative that oversaw last year’s brief solar geoengineering experiment on the San Francisco Bay.”
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“Scientists discover Earth has two new seasons.
“Experts have warned that ‘haze season’ and ‘trash season’ are now part of Earth’s annual climate rhythm, disrupting ecosystems and redefining the calendar. The new seasons are now recurring every year, driven entirely by human activity and posing serious threats to public health, marine life, and global ecosystems.”
“Abrupt collapse of Arctic sea ice may come with little warning.
“Subsystems showing more consistent abrupt changes included Arctic summer and winter sea ice, Antarctic sea ice, the North Atlantic subpolar gyre, land permafrost, and snow cover over the Tibetan Plateau. Even systems not officially recognized as tipping elements experienced abrupt changes in several models, suggesting wider potential for sudden climate shifts than previously thought.”
“Warming Arctic lakes may release more methane than expected…
“The study underscores the importance of including lake sediments in Arctic greenhouse gas budgets. It also shows that seemingly small environmental changes can have large effects on methane emissions. “The Arctic is changing rapidly, and we need to understand all the feedback involved,” said Marie.”
“Finland breaks heat record again with 16 consecutive days above 30°C [86F].
“The previous record, set in 1972, stood at 13 days. This year’s streak has now exceeded that for three consecutive days. Lapland also saw a separate milestone, with heatwave conditions, temperatures above 25 degrees, continuing for 17 straight days. This is the longest uninterrupted stretch of heat recorded in the region.”
“Severe Drought Threatens 25% of Crops in Russia’s Agricultural Heartland…
“The Rostov and Krasnodar regions, traditionally among Russia’s most productive farming areas, have seen yields fall from about 62 centners per hectare last year to just 46 centners this season…. Authorities have declared states of emergency in 30 districts — 21 in Rostov and nine in Krasnodar — as extreme weather devastates fields of wheat, barley, corn and sunflowers.”
“Trains halted by shrinking peat affecting tracks [UK]…
“Network Rail said peat soil under the Fen Line between Ely in Cambridgeshire and King’s Lynn in Norfolk had shrunk, causing the track to drop and become uneven. It apologised to passengers, blaming the problem on “the driest spring in more than 50 years”.”
“A preliminary investigation into a train crash that killed three people in Baden-Württemberg on Sunday indicates the train was likely derailed due to a landslide caused by heavy rain.
“A landslide likely caused Sunday’s deadly train crash in the German town of Biberach as a result of heavy rain, German police said.”
“Daytime temperatures in the teens for hundreds of stations, especially in Italy, those are the lowest daytime temperatures in late July on record. Record heat continues in North/Eastern Europe. The exceptional cool might last 2/3 weeks!”
“Flash floods ravage Romania: One dead, hundreds displaced in worst flooding in 50 years…
“The National Institute of Hydrology and Water Management issued Code Red and Code Orange warnings early Monday for the northeastern provinces of Suceava and Neamț after rainfall exceeded 70 liters per square meter in just three hours, causing the Bistrița River to breach historic levels.”
“Dozens of beachgoers in Sardinia were forced to flee by boat on Sunday when a huge wildfire broke out nearby, blocking other escape routes, firefighters on the Italian island said.
“Black smoke could be seen rising from the beach in Villasimius in the south of the island.”
“HISTORIC HEAT IN EUROPE – records of high minimums all over:
“MIN 27.6C [81.7F] Stip isNORTH MACEDONIA HOTTEST NIGHT IN HISTORY; Also 26.6 Demir Kapija,23.1 Bitola; ALBANIA: 27 Gjirokastra, 23.4 Kucova; ROMANIA 24.8 Rimnicu; FINLAND 23 Liperi.”
“Albania and Bulgaria ask EU for help to deal with raging wildfires.
“Bulgaria has to deal with more than 230 fire fronts. The EU sent four helicopters and two aircraft to help tackle them. 11 regions have been put on red alert due to high temperatures. Dozens of houses have been burnt to the ground and thousands of acres of forest have been set ablaze.”
“Turkey wildfires: At least 17 killed as thousands flee their homes…
“The number of fatalities in fires outside the country’s fourth-largest city, Bursa, rose to four on Monday, as two volunteer firefighters died in hospital after being pulled from a water tanker that had overturned on the way to a forest fire.”
“Hundreds of records destroyed; MINIMUM 36.6 [97.9F] Kesefli isHOTTEST NIGHT IN TURKISH HISTORY; UNBELIEVABLE MINIMUM 32.9 Mardin at 1000m asl! More MAX RECORDS in the highlands: 42.6 Karabuk, 41.8 Burdur, 41.5 Cardak, 40.3 Isparta 40.5 AP, 39.7 Bolu.”
“”The melting process is faster than we expected. According to our research, in the last 40 years, we lost almost 50 percent of this continuous snow and ice cover in this place,” said Onur Satir, a professor at Yuzuncu Yil University…”
“Israel faces unprecedented drought crisis as water shortages loom.
“Israel is grappling with record-breaking temperatures and dwindling water sources, with northern streams drying up and the Water Authority sounding alarms over a severe drought. Yehezkel (Hezi) Lifshitz, the authority’s director, warns that the situation is nearing catastrophic levels.”
“The beauty industry loves argan oil. But demand, and drought, are straining Morocco and its trees…
“Long a staple in local markets, argan oil today is in luxury hair and skin care products lining drugstore aisles worldwide. But its runaway popularity is threatening argan forests, with overharvesting piled on top of drought straining trees once seen as resilient in the harshest of conditions.”
“Several people killed as floods hit northeastern Nigeria…
“The disaster ravaged the Shagari, Yolde Pate, and Sabon Pegi communities of Yola city in Adamawa State, with at least eight people killed, residents told Anadolu news agency. The flood was caused by heavy rainfall overnight that lasted two hours, resulting in walls and houses collapsing and water inundating homes.”
“Hundreds of records smashed in pieces everywhere. INSANE MINIMUM 35.2 [95.4F] Jeddah SAUDI ARABIA HOTTEST NIGHT IN HISTORY; BRUTAL HEAT IN IRAQ; Almost all country >50C and minimums >30: It’s an oven! All time records: 51.1 Tikrit; 51.0 Kirkuk* 100+ year of data; 50.7 Heet; 50.2 Hella; 50.0 Al Khalis.”
“Water scarcity in Pakistan — a geopolitical ticking time bomb.
“Adding to Pakistan’s water crisis is the relentless pressure of climate change… The country has faced unprecedented heatwaves in recent years… Meanwhile, global warming has accelerated the melting of glaciers in the Hindu Kush–Himalayan region… Put simply: we are hurtling toward an inevitable crisis of catastrophic proportions.”
“Torrential rains triggered a devastating cloudburst in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh [N India], leaving three people dead and one woman missing.
“The incident has caused widespread destruction across the city and nearby areas, with key national highways blocked and dozens of vehicles buried or swept away.”
“Heavy rain causes flooding, evacuations and at least 38 deaths around Beijing region…
“Heavy flooding washed away cars and downed power poles in Miyun, an outlying district that borders Hebei’s Luanping county. More than 80,000 people have been relocated in Beijing, including about 17,000 in Miyun, a Beijing city statement said.”
“Breaking news: HISTORIC – HOTTEST NIGHT IN CHINESE HISTORY with Brutal MINIMUM 37.2C/99F at Turpan.
“Records all over East Asia: SOUTH KOREA Min 28.5 Sogwipo, 28.0 Incheon AP; HUNDREDS of records of maxes are being broken; WORST HEAT WAVE EVER IN CHINA, KOREAS AND JAPAN.“
“Hong Kong Shuts Down for Second Time in a Week Due to Heavy Rain…
“The local observatory hoisted the black rainstorm alert at 9:10 a.m. local time on Tuesday. More than 100 millimeters (3.9 inches) of hourly rainfall was recorded, according to the observatory.”
“Thousands evacuated, businesses closed in southern Taiwan as torrential rain continues…
“The Central Weather Administration forecast up to 0.9 metres [35 inches] of rainfall in mountainous areas of the south over the coming days and warned that “intense” rainfall could trigger more flooding and landslides. Taiwan is still recovering from Typhoon Danas.”
“Typhoon Wipha Kills 4, Leaves 4 Missing as Storm Batters 34 Districts Across Laos.
“Typhoon Wipha has killed four people and left four others missing after sweeping through 34 districts in multiple provinces across Laos. The storm battered nearly 15,000 families, damaged more than 2,200 homes, and caused widespread destruction.”
“Severe flooding hits multiple towns in Myanmar, causing deaths and damage.
“Kalaw, Pindaya, Taungoo, and Tachileik are experiencing severe flooding, with reports of fatalities, according to local relief organisations providing aid in the affected areas… Local reports indicate that at least four people have died in Theingone and Konesaung villages due to sudden flooding.”
“Global warming is altering storms lightning, impacting tropical forests.
“As climate change escalates, intense storms are becoming more common in the tropics and elsewhere, resulting in a variety of forest impacts. Those effects are generating concern among researchers over potentially diminished carbon storage and altered forest composition.”
“North Sumatra declares state of emergency in seven regencies as forest fires spread…
“North Sumatra Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) Head Tuahta Ramajaya Saragih said the seven affected regencies are Toba, Samosir, Simalungun, Humbang Hasundutan, Karo, Dairi and North Tapanuli.”
“RECORD – The 38.6C [101.5F] at Sukang exceeds the records of Indonesian Kalimantan(s) Provinces and those of Malaysian Sarawak and Sabah States, therefore it is…
“HIGHEST RELIABLE TEMPERATURE EVER RECORDED IN THE ISLAND OF BORNEO [and Brunei national record].”
“Heavy rains cause flooding, fallen trees, and damage in several areas of Greater San Salvador.
“In Greater San Salvador, several communities have reported damage due to the intensity of the rainfall. In San Salvador Este, users reported strong winds, hail, and flooding, mainly in areas such as the Fifth Stage of Las Margaritas, Ilopango, and in the community of Las Mercedes…”
“Tampa Breaks 100 Degrees F for First Time on Record as Heat Wave Bakes Eastern U.S.
“More than 250 million people in the U.S.—nearly three quarters of the population—are experiencing moderate, major or extreme risk of heat effects on July 28, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Weather Service.”
“Summer nights are getting warmer due to climate change, sparking health concerns…
“From 1970 to 2024, Climate Central analyzed average summer nighttime temperatures in 241 locations across the U.S. The organization found that these temperatures have warmed in nearly all locations, increasing by 3.1 degrees Fahrenheit on average.”
“San Francisco sets record for rainiest July week since [records began in] 1850, adding to its unusual summer.
“July is typically the driest month of the year. And while it is normally foggy in downtown, it doesn’t average more than .01 inches of rainfall for the entire month. This year, however, there have been five days where measurable rain fell in downtown San Francisco.”
“People living in parts of southern Alberta were cleaning up again on Monday, after another nasty storm swept through the area on the weekend.
“On Sunday, the Cardston area, about 90 minutes southeast of Calgary, was pummelled by heavy rain and hail the size of tennis balls that smashed windows, dented vehicles, snapped large tree branches and destroyed crops.”
“Newfoundland farmer says he’s never seen anything like this year’s drought, ‘not even close’.
“An unseasonably warm and dry stretch across much of Newfoundland and Labrador has left crops and animals parched — and farmers hoping for a steady dose of rain… Eastern parts of the island have received less than half of normal precipitation, while St. John’s has seen temperatures between 2 to 4 degrees warmer than usual…”
“Krill catch in Antarctica soars to record following collapse of conservation deal.
“Trawling near Antarctica for krill — a crustacean central to the diet of whales and a critical buffer to global warming — has surged to a record and is fast approaching a never before reached seasonal catch limit that would trigger the unprecedented early closure of the remote fishery…”
“Prolonged wind droughts in a warming climate threaten global wind power security.
“…record-breaking wind drought extremes will probably become more frequent in a warming climate, particularly in eastern North America, western Russia, northeastern China and north-central Africa. Our analysis suggests that ~20% of existing wind turbines are in regions at high future risk of record-breaking wind drought extremes, a factor not yet considered in current assessments.”
“COP30 will be different: Brazil wants world leaders to face the climate crisis head-on…
“Do Lago said the challenge for countries is to think of these emission-reduction plans not as a sacrifice but as a moment to change and grow. “One of the objectives of this COP is that we hope we will be remembered as a COP of solutions, a COP in which people realised that this agenda is creating more opportunities and challenges,” do Lago said.”
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“Record marine heatwaves may signal a permanent shift in the oceans…
“Zhenzhong Zeng at the Southern University of Science and Technology in China says he is “very scared” by this potential regime shift in the oceans. “I think almost all of the Earth system model projections are wrong,” he says.”
“Major carbon sink may have vanished for a second year in a row…
“Hot and wet weather in 2024 – the hottest, wettest year on record – caused ecosystems on land to emit nearly as much carbon dioxide as they took out of the atmosphere, according to a preliminary analysis. This is the second year in a row in which the land carbon sink has nearly vanished…”
“Giant Prehistoric Whale Graveyard Revealed By Disappearing Glacier In The Russian Arctic.
“Scientists at Russia’s Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute (AARI) recently found the gathering of whale skeletons on Wilczek Island in the Franz Josef Land archipelago, northern Russia, during the study of the region’s permafrost.”
“Reindeer Flee to Cities as the Arctic Bakes in Unprecedented Heatwave.
“A record-setting 14 days of extreme heat in Finland have triggered severe heat and wildfire warnings… Friday marked the 14th consecutive day that at least one part of Finland reached a temperature above 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius), according to the Finnish Meteorological Institute.”
“…the Norwegian record for the most consecutive days > 30°C has just been broken with 13 days in Namsskogan (64.7°N) and Grong (64.3°N)!” [Thierry Goose]
“As a result the Sea Surface Temps are the same in the north of the Baltic sea that in the … Mediterranean sea in Marseille!” [Melaine Le Roy / Ventusky]
“London’s Central Line Is Broiling City Commuters Daily…
“After registering the hottest June on record, England experienced three heat waves before the end of July. Below ground, however, weekday commuters have been facing the equivalent of nonstop heat wave conditions all summer…”
“Glacier collapse in the Alps is so rapid that it is leaving behind glacier tongues that have been cut into several pieces. See what the former front of one of the largest glaciers of the Mont Blanc Massif now looks like.” [Melaine Le Roy]
“Residents evacuated from homes in Spain after heavy flooding and hailstorms.
“In one of the worst hit towns, Caravaca de la Cruz, emergency services dealt with 82 incidents connected to hailstones, landslides and road blockages on Thursday, local authorities said. Thick layers of hail piled up on pavements and roads…”
“Italy has been hit by landslides caused by flash floods that have destroyed bridges, washed away cars and triggered an evacuation.
“Following powerful summer thunderstorms on Wednesday and Thursday, the picturesque Passiria Valley in northern Italy was flooded after over 100mm of rain fell in just a few hours.”
“Extreme heat hits Kosovo – 42.5°C in Klina, highest temperatures ever recorded.
“According to measurements from the State Network of Automatic Meteorological Stations, the highest temperature was recorded at Hani i Elezit, with 41.6°C, breaking all previous records. Other cities also faced scorching temperatures: Klina 42.5°C [108.5F], Gjakova 40.7°C, Rahovec 40.2°C, Suhareka 40.4°C, Prizren 40.3°C.”
“Thousands evacuated as wildfires sweep through southern Albania amid heatwave…
“Albania’s Defence Ministry has ordered the urgent evacuation of several villages in the southern municipality of Delvine after wildfires threatened homes and lives on Friday. The fires, intensified by the region’s third major heatwave this summer, have led to the displacement of approximately 2,000 residents…”
“Greek shipyard workers stop operations due to heatwave.
“The conditions were particularly tough for those who built and repaired vessels at the Piraeus port authority’s repair area, as they worked in the heat of the sun and near the flames from welding tools… “The last few summers have been very difficult,” Danil Polatsidis said, an electrician in the Perama shipyard.”
“Turkey faces ‘truly great disaster’, warns Erdogan amid raging wildfires and sweltering temperatures across Europe…
“Turkey’s interior minister declared the western provinces of Izmir and Bilecik “disaster areas” after a month of fires in the country. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan also said on Friday that the country faced “a truly great disaster” and that 25,000 people were involved in the emergency effort.”
“The national temperature record of Turkey has been broken in the Silopi district of Şırnak [50.5C / 122.9F].
“As the thermometer surpassed 50 degrees Celsius, life in the district came to a virtual standstill… The ongoing heat wave is setting new records across Turkey…. Due to the scorching weather, residents avoided going outside unless absolutely necessary.”
“Syria’s traditional agriculture nears collapse amid drought and crop failures.
“This year, Syria is experiencing one of the worst environmental and climatic disasters in its modern history. Climate change, chronic environmental degradation, and the long-term effects of prolonged war have combined to push the country into an agricultural crisis, which now threatens the lives of millions.”
“Fohn winds ignite the skies of Iraq, and temperatures exceed 50 degrees Celsius in several regions.
“…temperatures will rise further, far exceeding what they are supposed to be… Baghdad and all regions of Iraq, as maximum temperatures will be between 49-51 degrees Celsius in the capital Baghdad and the northern regions, while they will reach the threshold of 50-52 degrees Celsius in the southern and desert regions.”
“Hundreds Protest in Babil, Iraq Over Severe Water Shortages Amid Scorching Heat.
“Iraqis protest worsening water crisis in Babil as drought deepens. With rivers drying and dams cutting flows, farmers abandon fields amid 60% drop in water reserves. UN warns of health disaster as tensions rise over Turkey/Iran dams.”
“According to official reports, reserves in the capital’s main dams have plummeted to their lowest levels in a century, with a five-year drought and record-low rainfall cited as the main reasons. Despite repeated warnings from environmental experts, the government appears to have been unprepared…”
“A hurricane with rain passed through Astana. Some consequences of the storm wind are already known… We requested details from the capital’s police department and the Department of Emergency Situations. Earlier we wrote that a crane fell at one of the construction sites in Astana and the crane operator died.”
“Storms dump a year of rain on North China, Beijing braces for floods.
“Storms in northern China have poured nearly a year’s rainfall on Baoding, an industrial city on the doorstep of capital Beijing, forcing over 19,000 people out of their homes as streets began to go under water and roads were cut off. As much as 448.7 mm (17.7 inches) of rain fell… The rainfall set records at a number of weather stations in Hebei province…”
“Japan is experiencing another tortuously hot summer, with human-induced climate change driving up temperatures even in [northern] Hokkaido, where many people are not acclimated to heat…
“On Thursday, the mercury hit 39 [102.9F] degrees Celsius in Kitami, a city in eastern Hokkaido, at around 2:30 p.m. — a record high — and 13.5 C above a 30-year average.”
“Indonesian authorities are accelerating efforts to tackle worsening forest and land fires, particularly in Riau province and other regions across Sumatra Island in the country’s western territories…
“”The haze from the forest fires is starting to affect neighboring countries, Malaysia and Singapore. They have expressed their concerns through diplomatic channels…””
“Dozens dead as storm sweeps through the Philippines…
“Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visited emergency shelters Thursday in Rizal province… He subsequently called an emergency meeting with disaster-response officials, warning that both the government and the public need to adapt to the increasing frequency and unpredictability of natural disasters due to climate change.”
Record heat in Queensland; JULY MAX 35.9 [96.6F] Kowanyama; Record cold in Western Australia; JULY MINS: 3.9 [39F] Mandurah, 0.1 Cleve, JULY LOW MAXES: 15.0 Gerladton, 11.6 Jurien Bay, 9.5 Merredin, 8.0 Robe, 8.0 Cape Jaffa, 7.0 Padthaway South.”
“Peru’s guano coastal birds face crisis as population drops over 75%.
“Scientists along Peru’s central Pacific coast are sounding the alarm that more action is needed to protect seabirds, sea lions, and penguins as climate change, disease, and overfishing threaten their survival… “We are very alarmed by this sharp decline,” said Susana Cardenas…”
“Livestock sector faces difficulty after heavy rains [Venezuela].
“Edgar Medina of the National Association of Cattle Ranchers assured that ranchers and producers are working together to plan preventative measures and ensure livestock care.”
“A lingering heat dome over the eastern half of the U.S. is putting tens of millions of people in sweltering conditions, with the worst still to come….
“…as the coming days unfold, the southeastern U.S. will see several days of potentially record-setting heat, with nearly 150 million people—almost half the nation’s population—at major or extreme risk of heat effects on July 28.”
“New Mexico town hit with flash flooding for 3rd time this month; more thunderstorms forecast.
“Ruidoso, New Mexico, a mountain town located about 180 miles southeast of Albuquerque, has been hit hard by flash flooding for the third time in less than a month. Heavy rainfall inundated the area on Thursday, July 24, causing road closures, widespread damage and water rescues.”
“Chicago slammed with flash flooding after 5 inches of rain fall in few hours.
“Chicago’s Midway Airport reported 1.5 inches of rain in just 37 minutes. Within 90 minutes, the airport reported 2.77 inches of rain. Drivers on Interstate 55 were met with flooded roads, one video showed.”
“A Third of Slum Dwellers at Risk of ‘Disastrous’ Floods.
“Close to 900 million people across the Global South live in densely packed urban slums, which often sit in floodplains. A new study finds that one in three slum dwellers is at risk of “disastrous” flooding, a risk that is set to grow as warming spurs more intense rainfall around the world.”
“Unprecedented continental drying, shrinking freshwater availability, and increasing land contributions to sea level rise…
“Since 2002, 75% of the population lives in 101 countries that have been losing freshwater water. Furthermore, the continents now contribute more freshwater to sea level rise than the ice sheets, and drying regions now contribute more than land glaciers and ice caps.”
“The latest data from CERES just dropped for May, 2025, and the 36-month running average for albedo (reflectivity) hit yet another record low, now down to 28.711%.
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“Temperatures for global land areas still remain near record high levels so far this year (i.e., when comparing with every January-June period). Wow!”
[See graph; data from NOAA]
“Global mean sea surface temperature anomalies (departure from average) so far this year 2nd highest on record; data from NOAA ERSSTv5 averaged over January to June.” [Zack Labe]
“35C/95F at 68N latitude in Siberia; 32.8C/91F at 71,5N at Tyumyati; Insane day at Habarova – lat 72N MINIMUM 21.5C/71F MAX 32.1C/90F. It’s arguably the WORLD RECORD HOTTEST DAY ABOVE 72 LATITUDE.” [Extreme Temps]
“Authorities in the Siberian republic of Tyva declared a regionwide state of emergency on Tuesday in response to a growing number of wildfires…
“The regional Forestry Ministry said the emergency measures include a ban on entering forests, whether by vehicle or on foot, including for recreational purposes such as mushroom and berry gathering.”
“China, Russia relaunch joint maritime research missions, eyeing Arctic ambitions.
“For the first time in five years, China and Russia have set sail on a joint oceanographic expedition, a research mission to learn more about the evolution of oceans and the forces behind global climate change.”
“Finland’s lakes hit 25°C – surface temperatures break records.
“Näsijärvi in Ylöjärvi recorded a surface water temperature of 25.2°C on Tuesday, 5.6°C above the long-term July average. In Nurmes, Lake Pielinen’s surface temperature was 6.5°C higher than normal for this time of year.”
“Denmark gets first ever ‘dangerous’ rains alert amid record rainfall.
“Parts of southeastern Denmark have recorded a third more rain in the space of one day than usually falls in the whole of July, the Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI) said on Tuesday.”
“Hundreds of sewage spills were recorded across England this weekend as torrential rain overwhelmed water companies’ infrastructure.
“Popular tourist spots from Northumberland to Cornwall were polluted with raw waste, as water companies were forced to discharge sewage through ‘storm overflows’.”
“Greece Endures Prolonged Heatwave with Temperatures Reaching 110°F.
“Greece is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 40∘ C (104∘ F) in numerous locations on Wednesday. This intense heat is projected to persist through the upcoming weekend.”
“Wildfire kills at least 10 forest workers and rescuers battling blaze in Turkey…
“High temperatures and strong winds have fanned the wildfire between Istanbul and the capital Ankara since Tuesday morning, with the spread threatening homes and forcing the evacuation of several villages.”
“Firefighters were struggling to contain the blaze after it erupted in mountainous terrain north of the southern city of Limassol midday Wednesday, driven by strong winds and searing temperatures.”
“Anthropogenic warming is accelerating recent heatwaves in Africa…
“Climate change is intensifying extreme events worldwide, with Africa emerging as a uniquely vulnerable hotspot where heatwaves increasingly threaten populations and ecosystems… During 1950–1979, heatwave trends were weak and non-robust, with internal variability explaining over 80% of the variability. In contrast, 1985–2014 saw strong increases…
“The meteorological institute said that moderate to heavy humidity will prevail in many places in the southwest, west, northwest, and central regions of the country over the next ten days.”
“Dukan Dam is at a historic low, holding just 25% of its water due to Iranian damming and dropping water levels during summer seasons. [Kurdistan]
“According to information obtained by Kurdistan24 reporter Aras Amin on Wednesday, the dam’s water inflow is the lowest it has been in its entire 60-year history.”
“Iran’s public sector shuts down in 8 provinces due to heat wave.
“A government-ordered public shutdown in some areas of Iran took place on Wednesday due to a scorching heatwave that has seen temperatures soar past 40 degrees Celsius (104 F), straining the power grid.”
“Heavy rains and flash floods have claimed 10 more lives across Pakistan in the last 24 hours as the monsoon spell intensified, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said on Wednesday.
“According to the NDMA, four deaths were reported in Punjab, four in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), and two in Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B).”
“”In the past, it was relatively easy to forecast monsoon weather, which followed a regular pattern,” said Manandhar. “But in recent years, shifting weather patterns have made accurate prediction difficult.””
“At least two people have died and 10 are missing as a result of flash floods in East China’s Shandong Province caused by heavy rainfall, the state-backed Global Times reported on Tuesday.
“A heavy rainfall hit Jinan’s Laiwu district, with a peak of 364 millimeters (14.33 inches), causing flash floods…”
“China experiences record number of hot days since March…
“Besides making life uncomfortable, scorching croplands and eroding farm incomes in China, higher temperatures can also affect manufacturing hubs and disrupt operations at key ports, as well as strain overburdened healthcare services.”
“Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido sweltered on Wednesday (Jul 23) as temperatures hit record highs in several towns and authorities issued heat stroke alerts across the country.
“Eight towns and one city on the island recorded their highest temperature since 1977 when official data became available…”
“Nan hit by run-off as heavy rains from storm Wipha pound region [Thailand]…
“The northernmost district of Nan province was hit by run-off and flash floods on Wednesday morning following continuous heavy downpours caused by the remnants of storm Wipha… Rescue teams from the Phetkasem Foundation and local agencies were dispatched to assist affected residents.”
“Why Filipino couples keep getting married in flooded churches…
“…they are the latest example of a festering flood problem that continues to bring misery to millions, a problem exacerbated by decaying sewage systems, poor urban planning, and extreme weather events that are growing more intense and frequent.”
“The ‘underwater bushfire’ cooking Australia’s reefs…
“This is the first time that the reefs on both Australia’s western and eastern coasts have been bleached. “It’s like a raging underwater bushfire that has persisted for months now, wreaking harm right along the coast,” says Paul Gamblin, who heads up the Australian Marine Conservation Society.”
“South Australia’s algal bloom ‘one of the worst marine disasters in living memory’, and driving force could rival black summer, experts say.
“Scientists are warning the wildlife impacts of a marine heatwave that has driven a catastrophic algal bloom off South Australia are likely to be equivalent to those from the black summer bushfires, and demand a similar response from governments.”
“EXTRAORDINARY HEAT IN SOUTH AMERICA – summer temperatures in winter: >38C.
“38.4C [101.1F] Puerto Suarez BOLIVIA pulverized its record of July highest temperature. Heat records are falling allover the world:Nearly 100% of the countries this month have broken records.”
“As a Lake Disappears, Mexico and Texas Clash Over Water Promises Made in a Different Climate.
“Where Lake Toronto once shimmered behind Mexico’s La Boquilla dam, there’s now cracked earth and bone-dry riverbeds. As presidents trade accusations and farmers pray for rain, the old treaty that once shared the Rio Grande is now splitting it in two.”
“Tampa just tied its 2nd warmest morning on record.
“Manmade Climate change is having a very big impact on mornings. In fact, 84% of Tampa’s warmest July mornings have occurred since the year 2000. That’s remarkable considering Tampa has been keeping records back to 1890. Since 1970 Tampa mornings have warmed by 4.2 degrees F!” [Jeff Berardelli]
“On Tuesday evening, large parts of the Corn Belt were more humid than Miami.
“The peak heat index in the belt on Tuesday was 116 degrees in Boone, Iowa, where the dew point reached 86 degrees — a few degrees shy of the national record.” [Ben Noll]
“Sioux Falls [South Dakota] experienced flash flooding Wednesday night. Rainfall rates were being recorded at 2 to 4 inches per hour.
“The city of Sioux Falls urges people to not drive into flooded intersections. There may be debris on the road or under the water that a driver cannot see, and even a small amount of moving water can carry a vehicle off the road.”
“‘We have to improve or we’ll die’: B.C. ranchers seek water solutions in long drought.
“Sam Anderson, post-doctoral research fellow at Simon Fraser University, said increasing heat waves mean snowmelts are happening earlier in the year, reducing summer flows. The warmer climate also means loss of glacial mass, he said.”
“In landmark opinion, UN court says climate change an ‘existential threat’.
“The United Nations’ highest court has said that countries must meet their climate obligations – and that failing to do so could violate international law, potentially opening the door for affected nations to seek reparations in future legal cases.”
“‘Boiling frog’ effect makes people oblivious to threat of climate crisis, shows study…
“Surveys show that the increasing number of extreme climate events, including floods, wildfires and hurricanes, has not raised awareness of the threats posed by climate change. Instead, people change their idea of what they see as normal.”
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“Few seem to understand how worrying it is that the Pacific Decadal Oscillation has been negative for over 5.5 years and global warming has still significantly accelerated.
“Warming Rivers Are Choking Arctic Ocean of Nitrogen — And Scientists Warn It Could Be Catastrophic.
“Exceptional mildness in the Arctic:
“Sea waters around UK experience record temperatures, causing dramatic changes in marine life.
“A pregnant female was among a pod of 23 pilot whales found dead after a mass stranding in Orkney.
“Overheated homes: why UK housing is dangerously unprepared for impact of climate crisis.
“Swarm of jellyfish shuts nuclear power plant in France.
“France heatwave: record 43.4C [110.1F] in Aude and intense heat to continue.
“35.1°C [95.2F] at 1410 m asl! ABSOLUTE RECORD AT GAVARNIE [in The Pyrenees] – SET YESTERDAY – DESTROYED BY +1°C!!!
“Flames near Madrid as wildfires burn across Spain and Portugal
“All time record (POR over one century) pulverized in Al Ayoun (Layoune) right on the coast in Western Sahara with 49C [120.2F] (first 48C and 49C in history). 
“Heavy rains leave 7 dead in Cape Verde.
“Wildfires forced evacuations and reportedly destroyed several homes in Albania, as firefighters battled blazes across the country on Monday.
“Historic Balkan heatwave – 43.6 [110.5F] Tirana, 42.4 Durres – ALL TIME RECORDS; ALBANIA HOTTEST AUGUST DAY.
“Hundreds evacuated in northwestern Turkey as authorities fight wildfires…
“Jordan woke up Monday to thick dust blanketing the skies, as a severe heatwave and unstable weather conditions continued to impact the country.
“INSANE BLAZING HOT NIGHTS ALLOVER MIDDLE EAST; MINIMUMS *all time Records:
“Record Temperatures Forecast in Israel Amid Unprecedented Heatwave.
“Nationwide power outage hits Iraq as heatwave pushes grid to breaking point.
“Severe flooding, hailstorm hit Russia’s Dagestan, roads washed out.
“Afghanistan climate crisis: drought and floods drive mass exodus.
“Massive mudslide kills 7 volunteers repairing flood damage in northern Pakistan.
“Japan moves to evacuate millions of people as torrential rain triggers flooding and landslides…
“The lowest temperature in Shanghai’s Xujiahui this morning was 32.2 degrees [90F], breaking the city’s record for the highest minimum temperature since meteorological records began in 1872!”
“EXTRAORDINARY HEAT IN THAILAND:
“Extreme heat is driving dramatic declines in tropical birds…
“Worst bleaching on record for Western Australian coral reefs.
“Antarctic glacier melt reveals remains of Briton who died in 1959 accident…
“Breaking News! Code Yikes!
“Rise in dengue fever outbreaks across the Pacific driven by the climate crisis, experts say…
“Brazil set to weaken environmental controls despite Lula’s intervention…
“Intense rain floods Mexico City’s Zócalo, forces airport closure.
“Fires, Storms and Blazing Temperatures Forecast for Western US.
“14 inches of rain in a day is easily a 1-in-1000 year event for Milwaukee. It’s insane this far north. 
“EXCEPTIONAL HEAT WAVE IN EASTERN CANADA:
“Canada wildfire season already second worst on record as experts warn of ‘new reality’.
“The world’s largest meat supplier is aiming to burnish Brazil’s green credentials at this year’s COP30, presenting evidence that the country’s cattle aren’t so harmful to the environment…
“Record-breaking heatwave continues… Today, Friday, is the 21st consecutive day when temperatures have exceeded 30 degrees Celsius [86F] somewhere in Finland [and consistently over 25C for three weeks even in Arctic Circle]…
“Lapland’s record-breaking heatwave is already threatening the lives of reindeer.
“The Isle of Wight has been hit by unexpected flash flooding following heavy rainfall.
“How Britain’s ‘paradise’ islands are at risk from climate change.
“France braces for heatwave next week: 40°C [104F] forecast near Pyrénées.
“Soon, the Pyrenees lighthouse [meaning snow/ice cover] will cease to shine and will no longer light up the night!
““Worst yet to come [for fires in Portugal]. Heat could reach 45ºC [113F].
“Spain is battling three major wildfires with thousands of hectares burned and hundreds evacuated.
“Severe weather in Veneto [Italy], with heavy rains and hailstorms in Padua, flooding roads and falling trees.
“HISTORIC HEAT ON THE BLACK SEA.
“Mudflow Nightmare: [southern] Russian Town on Edge as Homes Evacuated and Services Collapse.
“Syria’s environmental crisis: How women are bearing the brunt of climate change.
“MIDDLE EAST HISTORIC HEAT WAVE:
“Iraq holds Turkiye ‘fully responsible’ for water shortage.
“Iranian president says country is on brink of dire water crisis.
“More cloudburst-induced floods hit Ghizer and Hunza districts on Tuesday, causing widespread destruction [Pakistan].
“How climate change is changing mountaineering… Olympian Laura Dahlmeier’s fatal mountain accident in Pakistan proved once again that the dangers of mountaineering are increasing…
“Army called in Dholpur [NW India] due to heavy rain, record of last 69 years broken.
“China flooding kills dozens, including 31 trapped at elderly care home.
“China’s average temperature in July was 23.64°C, the hottest July and the hottest month on record! 
“Chongqing residents seek shelter as heatwave hits China’s southwest…
“Japan’s weather officials say the country had its hottest July on record this year.
“Japan, South Korea Issue Alerts Amid Historic Temperature Highs: ‘Not A One-Off Anomaly’.
“In parts of the planet August has already started and HEAT RECORDS (Highest minimums for now of course) ARE ALREADY FALLING LIKE DOMINOS.
“Heavy downpour triggers widespread flooding in Tainan [Taiwan].
“In Myanmar, conflict and floods collide as UN warns of deepening crisis.
“SOUTHEAST ASIA & OCEANIA RECORD HEAT:
“Rare Sandstorm Turns Southern Peru Skies Orange, Stuns Tourists.
“40 DEGREES IN WINTER IN SOUTH AMERICA:
“Amazon deforestation surges in Colombia, reversing historic gains.
“HISTORIC – 40.3C [104.5F] Choluteca on 31 July is HONDURAS HOTTEST JULY DAY IN HISTORY.
“Both the Pacific and the Tropical Atlantic are showing relative La Niña signs. 
“It’s official: June was the rainiest month ever recorded in Mexico…
“The Secretariat for Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection has issued a Red Alert in the Álvaro Obregón municipality, due to the expectation of heavy rainfall of 50 to 70 millimeters and hail between 4:40 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. 
“The month is almost over, and the stats are staggering: 18 Central and Eastern [US] states — from Arkansas to New Jersey — and D.C. have experienced a record-muggy July. 
“Severe turbulence forces Delta plane to make emergency landing after 25 passengers injured.
“US lightning flash was longest on record at 515 miles, scientists say.
“‘Fire clouds’ over Arizona and Utah wildfires are creating their own erratic climate.
“Ghostly silence from blue whales is an ominous sign for the world.
“Business backs away from UN climate talks on edge of the Amazon.
“New Zealand government votes to bring back fossil fuel exploration in major reversal.
“Trump Energy Department Blasted for ‘Unhinged’ Pro-Coal X Post…
“State of the climate: 2025 on track to be second or third warmest year on record…
“‘It was so unexpected’: 90 billion litres of meltwater punched its way through Greenland ice sheet in never-before-seen melting event.
“Heatwave warms inland waters to record-high temperatures – on Tuesday Finland saw the 18th consecutive day of temperatures exceeding 30 degrees somewhere in the country [previous record 13].
“Hurricane hits Minsk region.
“Polish firefighters race to save hospital from rising floodwaters.
“Pea farmers warn of shortages after driest spring in over 100 years [UK].
“As climate change hits, what might the British garden of the future look like?
“Soaring heat is driving Italy’s tourists to the Alps – and into deadly terrain…
“Hundreds evacuated after series of rockfalls in Italy’s Brenta Dolomites.
“Portugal, Spain fight wave of wildfires.
“Greece requests EU assistance to combat wildfires.
“Turkish opposition demands answers after soldiers die during training amid heatwave.
“Türkiye’s climate crisis hits hard: Devegecidi dam runs dry.
“‘Mothers going to bed after one loaf of bread a day”: Drought devastates thousands in Central and South Gondar.
“EXTREME HEAT IN MIDDLE EAST – 52C [125.6F] again.
“Iraq Faces Worst Drought in 92 Years.
“Iran faces new heatwave as 12 stations record temperatures above 50°C [122F].
“Tehran’s Karaj reservoir at lowest in 64 years as water outages worsen.
“Delhi Rains Turn Deadly: Safdarjung Hospital Flooded, Wall Collapse in Sehgal Colony Kills Mother and Son.
“‘No land, no home, no future’: Himalayan Lepchas fear new dam.
“Climate change is the reason why even 8,000ers are becoming too dangerous to climb!
“Shanghai relocates hundreds of thousands due to tropical storm.
“INSANE HEAT IN MONGOLIAN HIGHLANDS – unbelievable tropical nights >2000m asl in the coldest spots of Mongolia. Records broken locally by 6/7C! 
“In the early morning of July 30, Atush, Xinjiang, on the edge of the desert, was suddenly hit by extreme rainstorms, with 88.9mm [3.5 inches] of rainfall in 6 hours, equivalent to the local average annual precipitation.”
“North China Floods: Eight dead, four missing in Hebei Province landslide as rescue efforts continue in worst-hit areas.
“Japan sees new record high temperature of 41.2C [106.2F].
“Seoul hit with longest night-time heat wave ever for July [and records hottest night on record].
“HISTORIC HEAT WAVE IN EAST ASIA – records everywhere ! *=all time
“33.0 [91.4F] Mornington Island Queensland, AUSTRALIA is hottest July day on record.
“Rainy Tropics Could Face Unprecedented Droughts as an Atlantic Current Slows.
“Flash flooding from monsoonal thunderstorms inundated parts of New Mexico on Wednesday, triggering water rescues and prompting Flash Flood Warnings for several areas around burn scars.
“Deadly ‘Wet-Bulb’ Temperatures Are Smothering the Eastern U.S.
“Extreme heat may age you as much as smoking or heavy drinking.
“Thousands of animal species face an imminent threat of extinction from climate change.
“Why the environmental impacts of a boom in desalination are too big to ignore…
“UN holds emergency talks over sky-high accommodation costs at Cop30 in Brazil.
“Researchers quietly planned a test to dim sunlight. They wanted to ‘avoid scaring’ the public…
“Scientists discover Earth has two new seasons.
“Abrupt collapse of Arctic sea ice may come with little warning.
“Warming Arctic lakes may release more methane than expected…
“Finland breaks heat record again with 16 consecutive days above 30°C [86F].
“Severe Drought Threatens 25% of Crops in Russia’s Agricultural Heartland…
“Trains halted by shrinking peat affecting tracks [UK]…
“A preliminary investigation into a train crash that killed three people in Baden-Württemberg on Sunday indicates the train was likely derailed due to a landslide caused by heavy rain.
“EXCEPTIONAL SUMMER COLD IN CENTRAL EUROPE:
“Flash floods ravage Romania: One dead, hundreds displaced in worst flooding in 50 years…
“Dozens of beachgoers in Sardinia were forced to flee by boat on Sunday when a huge wildfire broke out nearby, blocking other escape routes, firefighters on the Italian island said.
“HISTORIC HEAT IN EUROPE – records of high minimums all over:
“Albania and Bulgaria ask EU for help to deal with raging wildfires.
“Turkey wildfires: At least 17 killed as thousands flee their homes…
“EXTRAORDINARY HEAT IN TURKEY:
“Turkey’s glaciers fall victim to climate change…
“Israel faces unprecedented drought crisis as water shortages loom.
“The beauty industry loves argan oil. But demand, and drought, are straining Morocco and its trees…
“Several people killed as floods hit northeastern Nigeria…
“HISTORIC HEAT WAVE IN MIDDLE EAST:
“Water scarcity in Pakistan — a geopolitical ticking time bomb.
“Torrential rains triggered a devastating cloudburst in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh [N India], leaving three people dead and one woman missing. 
“Heavy rain causes flooding, evacuations and at least 38 deaths around Beijing region…
“Breaking news: HISTORIC – HOTTEST NIGHT IN CHINESE HISTORY with Brutal MINIMUM 37.2C/99F at Turpan.
“Hong Kong Shuts Down for Second Time in a Week Due to Heavy Rain…
“Thousands evacuated, businesses closed in southern Taiwan as torrential rain continues…
“Typhoon Wipha Kills 4, Leaves 4 Missing as Storm Batters 34 Districts Across Laos.
“Severe flooding hits multiple towns in Myanmar, causing deaths and damage.
“The shifting of rainbands from a shifting Intertropical Convergence Zone is the most important impacts of climate change most have never heard of.
“Global warming is altering storms lightning, impacting tropical forests.
“North Sumatra declares state of emergency in seven regencies as forest fires spread…
“RECORD – The 38.6C [101.5F] at Sukang exceeds the records of Indonesian Kalimantan(s) Provinces and those of Malaysian Sarawak and Sabah States, therefore it is… 
“Heavy rains cause flooding, fallen trees, and damage in several areas of Greater San Salvador.
“Tampa Breaks 100 Degrees F for First Time on Record as Heat Wave Bakes Eastern U.S.
“Summer nights are getting warmer due to climate change, sparking health concerns…
“San Francisco sets record for rainiest July week since [records began in] 1850, adding to its unusual summer.
“People living in parts of southern Alberta were cleaning up again on Monday, after another nasty storm swept through the area on the weekend.
“Newfoundland farmer says he’s never seen anything like this year’s drought, ‘not even close’.
“Krill catch in Antarctica soars to record following collapse of conservation deal.
“Prolonged wind droughts in a warming climate threaten global wind power security.
“COP30 will be different: Brazil wants world leaders to face the climate crisis head-on…
“Record marine heatwaves may signal a permanent shift in the oceans…
“Major carbon sink may have vanished for a second year in a row…
“Giant Prehistoric Whale Graveyard Revealed By Disappearing Glacier In The Russian Arctic.
“Reindeer Flee to Cities as the Arctic Bakes in Unprecedented Heatwave.
“…the Norwegian record for the most consecutive days > 30°C has just been broken with 13 days in Namsskogan (64.7°N) and Grong (64.3°N)!” [Thierry Goose]
“London’s Central Line Is Broiling City Commuters Daily…
“Tré-la-Tête Glacier 2019 | 2025 
“Residents evacuated from homes in Spain after heavy flooding and hailstorms.
“Italy has been hit by landslides caused by flash floods that have destroyed bridges, washed away cars and triggered an evacuation. 
“Extreme heat hits Kosovo – 42.5°C in Klina, highest temperatures ever recorded.
“Thousands evacuated as wildfires sweep through southern Albania amid heatwave…
“Greek shipyard workers stop operations due to heatwave.
“Turkey faces ‘truly great disaster’, warns Erdogan amid raging wildfires and sweltering temperatures across Europe…
“The national temperature record of Turkey has been broken in the Silopi district of Şırnak [50.5C / 122.9F]. 
“Note: For the unfortunate situation we all know, Syria has no working weather stations in the Northeastern plains. 
“Syria’s traditional agriculture nears collapse amid drought and crop failures.
“Fohn winds ignite the skies of Iraq, and temperatures exceed 50 degrees Celsius in several regions.
“Hundreds Protest in Babil, Iraq Over Severe Water Shortages Amid Scorching Heat.
“Iran’s drought is creating a regime crisis.
“Hurricane in Astana [Kazakhstan]…
“Storms dump a year of rain on North China, Beijing braces for floods.
“Japan is experiencing another tortuously hot summer, with human-induced climate change driving up temperatures even in [northern] Hokkaido, where many people are not acclimated to heat…
“EXTRAORDINARY HEAT IN SE ASIA – records smashed everywhere; unprecedented in July:
“Indonesian authorities are accelerating efforts to tackle worsening forest and land fires, particularly in Riau province and other regions across Sumatra Island in the country’s western territories…
“Dozens dead as storm sweeps through the Philippines…
“AUSTRALIA WITH HUGE CONTRASTS:
“Peru’s guano coastal birds face crisis as population drops over 75%.
“Puerto Suarez [Bolivia doubled up! 38.4C [101.1F] again today and again hottest July day in history.
“Livestock sector faces difficulty after heavy rains [Venezuela].
“A lingering heat dome over the eastern half of the U.S. is putting tens of millions of people in sweltering conditions, with the worst still to come….
“New Mexico town hit with flash flooding for 3rd time this month; more thunderstorms forecast.
“Chicago slammed with flash flooding after 5 inches of rain fall in few hours.
“A Third of Slum Dwellers at Risk of ‘Disastrous’ Floods.
“Unprecedented continental drying, shrinking freshwater availability, and increasing land contributions to sea level rise…
“As of the latest CERES data for May, 2025, the 36-month running mean for the Earth energy imbalance grew slightly to 11.36 Hiroshimas per second.
“Breaking News! Code Yikes!
“Temperatures for global land areas still remain near record high levels so far this year (i.e., when comparing with every January-June period). Wow!” 
“EXCEPTIONAL HEAT IN THE ARCTIC:
“Authorities in the Siberian republic of Tyva declared a regionwide state of emergency on Tuesday in response to a growing number of wildfires…
“China, Russia relaunch joint maritime research missions, eyeing Arctic ambitions.
“Finland’s lakes hit 25°C – surface temperatures break records.
“SCANDINAVIA HEAT WAVE – another 34C [93.2F] day in NORWAY! It’s been 2 weeks like this.
“Denmark gets first ever ‘dangerous’ rains alert amid record rainfall.
“Hundreds of sewage spills were recorded across England this weekend as torrential rain overwhelmed water companies’ infrastructure.
“Greece Endures Prolonged Heatwave with Temperatures Reaching 110°F.
“Wildfire kills at least 10 forest workers and rescuers battling blaze in Turkey…
“HISTORIC MEDITERRANEAN HEAT:
“Two Dead as Massive Wildfire Rages in Cyprus.
“Anthropogenic warming is accelerating recent heatwaves in Africa…
“Severe flash flooding in Addis Ababa [Ethiopia].
“Dukan Dam is at a historic low, holding just 25% of its water due to Iranian damming and dropping water levels during summer seasons. [Kurdistan]
“Iran’s public sector shuts down in 8 provinces due to heat wave.
“Heavy rains and flash floods have claimed 10 more lives across Pakistan in the last 24 hours as the monsoon spell intensified, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said on Wednesday.
“Erratic monsoon weather frustrates Nepal’s farmers…
“At least two people have died and 10 are missing as a result of flash floods in East China’s Shandong Province caused by heavy rainfall, the state-backed Global Times reported on Tuesday.
“China experiences record number of hot days since March…
“Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido sweltered on Wednesday (Jul 23) as temperatures hit record highs in several towns and authorities issued heat stroke alerts across the country.
“Nan hit by run-off as heavy rains from storm Wipha pound region [Thailand]…
“Why Filipino couples keep getting married in flooded churches…
“The ‘underwater bushfire’ cooking Australia’s reefs…
“South Australia’s algal bloom ‘one of the worst marine disasters in living memory’, and driving force could rival black summer, experts say.
“EXTRAORDINARY HEAT IN SOUTH AMERICA – summer temperatures in winter: >38C.
“As a Lake Disappears, Mexico and Texas Clash Over Water Promises Made in a Different Climate.
“Tampa just tied its 2nd warmest morning on record. 
“On Tuesday evening, large parts of the Corn Belt were more humid than Miami.
“Sioux Falls [South Dakota] experienced flash flooding Wednesday night. Rainfall rates were being recorded at 2 to 4 inches per hour.
“‘We have to improve or we’ll die’: B.C. ranchers seek water solutions in long drought.
“In landmark opinion, UN court says climate change an ‘existential threat’.
“‘Boiling frog’ effect makes people oblivious to threat of climate crisis, shows study…