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Southern Europe still battling wildfires as Spain declares national emergency in Madrid region
Spain has declared a national emergency as wildfires threaten the Madrid region, while France seeks EU help and Italy battles blazes across Sicily. A number of wildfires are continuing to spread across southern Europe, with several evacuations already underway as authorities in France, Spain and Italy struggle to contain blazes fuelled by high temperatures and strong winds. Spain has declared a national emergency over fires threatening communities near the capital Madrid and the province of...
Yellow heat health alert comes into force across parts of UK as rain expected over weekend
Yellow heat health alert comes into force across parts of UK as rain expected over weekend A yellow heat health alert has been issued across parts of the country from Friday to Sunday - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments A yellow heat health alert has come into force across parts of the UK despite forecasts of rain this weekend. The warnings are in place from 9am on Friday to 9am on Sunday, and covers the East Midlands, West Midlands, South East, South West, the east of England and London.
Mapped: Where droughts have been declared in the UK after record-breaking heatwaves
Mapped: Where droughts have been declared in the UK after record-breaking heatwaves North Wales has seen less than 2 per cent of expected rainfall for the month and has endured several wildfires - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Prolonged dry weather and record-breaking heatwaves have prompted the first declaration of drought as the UK faces increasing incidents of extreme weather due to climate change. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has declared drought status in North Wales and the Upper...
Mapped: Spain braces for 47C heatwave as tourist hotspots warned over record-breaking weather
Mapped: Spain braces for 47C heatwave as tourist hotspots warned over record-breaking weather Authorities have issued warnings for extreme weather as the country faces the third heatwave of the summer thanks to a ‘heat dome’ - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Spain is set to face its third brutal heatwave of an already record-breaking summer, with temperatures expected to hit highs of up to 47C. The country’s meteorological agency AEMET warned the heatwave is expected to last all week, with...
Mapped: The eight UK areas at risk of drought after record-breaking heatwaves
Mapped: The eight UK areas at risk of drought after record-breaking heatwaves Warnings of drought come as millions of households are hit by hosepipe bans across the country - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Parts of England are at risk of drought after record-breaking heatwaves have left a number of rivers and reservoirs “exceptionally low”. The country has seen three consecutive heatwaves and the driest spring on record for England and Wales, with southern and eastern England having no...
Pharmacist's urgent message over 10 medicines that can affect you more in 25C heat
Pharmacist's urgent message over 10 medicines that can affect you more in 25C heat A pharmacist with over 35 years of experience in the industry has issued an urgent message to everyone who takes these common 10 medicines during the summer season Hot weather can impact you in many ways, from making you feel dizzy to slightly rundown. Previously, a pharmacist issued an urgent alert over 10 medicines taken in the heatwave.
Heavy rainfall batters J&K: 4 killed in Poonch flash floods; Rajouri, Reasi on alert
Heavy overnight rain triggered flash floods and landslides across Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district early Sunday, leaving at least four people dead and several others missing. Rescue teams have fanned out across the worst-hit areas as authorities step up efforts to trace the missing and assist affected residents. Officials said all four deaths were reported from Surankote tehsil, which bore the brunt of the heavy rainfall.
Food emergency deepens across Uganda’s Karamoja
Food emergency deepens across Uganda’s Karamoja Food emergency deepens across Uganda’s Karamoja A severe food crisis is affecting Uganda’s Karamoja region after months without adequate rainfall caused widespread crop failures. Residents report rising malnutrition among children and vulnerable groups as they call for emergency assistance. Published On 17 Jul 2026
European tourist hotspots face record-breaking weather and 48C heatwave in days
European tourist hotspots face record-breaking weather and 48C heatwave in days A major heatwave looks set to continue in Europe next week as Spain could see its hottest ever temperature and tourists in one holiday hotspot face scorching conditions Tourists heading to European holiday hotspots in the coming days could face a record-breaking heatwave on the continent. Temperatures have already surged into the mid-40s in parts of Spain, France and Italy this year. And the UK itself hasn’t...
Essential Gear for an Emergency Kit—for Cars or Go-Bags
You never know when you're going to have to bug out on short notice. The politics of the moment are less than predictable. Wildfire season is off to a rollicking start in 2026, as fires dot the Western US and smoke blows from Canada across the Midwest and Northeast.
Dog health alert as owners urged to follow '20 minute eating' rule during heatwave
Dog health alert as owners urged to follow '20 minute eating' rule during heatwave With temperatures rising, a common feeding habit could leave dogs feeling unwell Dog owners are being urged to make one small change during hot weather after experts warned a common feeding habit could make pets unwell. Most people know dogs can struggle in a heatwave, but it’s not only walks and water bowls that matter. Leaving food sitting out in high temperatures can quickly become a problem, even if it...
Texas declares emergency amid high risk of flash flooding a year after state was hit by Camp Mystic disaster that killed 28
Severe weather will hit nearly 60 counties, with flash flood warnings in effect for parts of south-central Texas
‘As if a hurricane had passed’: Puerto Ricans at breaking point after weeks without water
Shortages triggered by pipeline rupture drive up costs and deepen frustrations, as pressure grows on water utilityJonathan Collazo owns two restaurants in a bustling section of San Juan, which has been plagued by water outages, severely disrupting the daily lives of residents and businesses alike. The water scarcity is part of an escalating frustration felt by thousands of customers of Puerto Rico’s water utility over the past several months, prompting the governor to activate the national...
Wildfire alert for UK as 'exceptional' warning issued with 33C heatwave temperatures
Wildfire alert for UK as 'exceptional' warning issued with 33C heatwave temperatures After more than a dozen fire engines attended wildfires in Derbyshire and Sussex, further warnings have been issued as sweltering heat As the third heatwave of the summer continues to grip, parts of the UK are facing an "exceptional" risk of wildfires over the next few days. The Natural Hazards Partnership, a group of government departments and researchers that offers scientific advice and risk assessments...
Guam on alert as Super Typhoon Bavi closes in
Howling winds and lashing rains battered Guam and the Northern Marianas late Sunday hours before the projected arrival of a "super typhoon" with equivalent force to a category-5 hurricane over the US Pacific territories. Super Typhoon Bavi was forecast to roar westwards over the area early Monday with maximum sustained winds of up to 280 kilometres (173 miles) per hour and gusts of 333 kmh, according to the Joint Typhoon Warning Center. Keywords for this article
Met Office power cut alert as it names UK areas set for very heavy rain in hours
Met Office power cut alert as it names UK areas set for very heavy rain in hours Heavy rain is forecast to drench two regions tonight as the Met Office issues a yellow weather warning for heavy rain The Met Office says two regions of the UK should brace for heavy rain that will bring travel disruption and flooding - even as a third heatwave nears.
RSPCA issues urgent 'dog lockdown' advice as new UK heatwave set to hit 34C
RSPCA issues urgent 'dog lockdown' advice as new UK heatwave set to hit 34C The RSPCA is urging dog owners to be prepared for another spell of high temperatures The RSPCA is urging dog owners to make an urgent change to their routines this coming week, as forecasters predict another spell of extreme hot weather across England and Wales. The animal welfare charity is asking pet owners to brace themselves for rising temperatures, cautioning that even without the scorching highs recorded last...
UK drivers given new 34C heatwave alert as 'risk increases'
UK drivers given new 34C heatwave alert as 'risk increases' As the UK braces for another heatwave with temperatures set to soar to 34C, motorists are being urged to take extra care As summer temperatures soar, drivers are being urged to stay alert, with the danger of tyre blowouts and vehicle-related problems rising during heatwaves. Another heatwave is poised to arrive in the UK, with temperatures again expected to reach 34C. James Harding, a tyre specialist at Blackcircles.com with more...
Up to 42°C in Spain: nine regions on alert for extreme heat
Aemet is keeping a special heatwave warning in force, the second this summer, with orange alerts in several regions and highs near 42°C in Andalusia, Extremadura and the Tagus valley over the weekend. The orange alert level, signifying a significant danger, is in force today in Andalusia, Extremadura, Castilla-La Mancha, Catalonia, Galicia and Madrid. In Aragon, Castile and León and the Valencian Community the warning remains at yellow, indicating a lower level of risk.
Record-breaking heat disrupts America’s 250th birthday celebrations and travel
A record-setting heat wave is blanketing much of the United States as millions of Americans gather for Independence Day, prompting the cancellation of events marking America’s 250th birthday. More than 87 million people are under extreme heat risk, according to the National Weather Service, while more than 150 million remain under heat alerts stretching from Kansas to Maine. Several East Coast cities could break daily or all-time July temperature records Friday.
Record-breaking temps in US as 4th July holiday begins
Record-breaking heatwave hits US as Fourth of July holiday weekend gets underway.
France records 2,025 deaths amid record-breaking heatwave, toll may rise further
The number of deaths recorded in France surged by nearly 30% during the country's record-breaking heatwave, with health authorities reporting 2,025 additional deaths in just one week as extreme temperatures swept across much of Europe. According to France's Public Health Agency, there was a 29.1% increase in deaths during the week of 22-28 June, compared with the previous week. The agency said 8,973 deaths had been recorded for the period, up from 6,948 in the week of 15-21 June.
IMD issues heavy rain alert for Delhi-NCR: Doctor shares how to stay healthy as weather changes
Delhi woke up to thunder and rain and many breathed a sigh of relief after brutal June heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued warning as heavy showers, gusty winds, and thunderstorms swept through the city, marking what looks like the tail end of an intense heatwave. This shift from scorching heat to monsoon rain isn't just a change in the weather app.
Forecasters warn of record-breaking US summer heat amid intense El Niño
More than 100 million people could be affected in week leading to 4 July, with increased risks of droughts and wildfiresMeteorologists are anticipating a tumultuous summer that could rank as one of the US’s hottest ever. New data released on Tuesday showed the first six months of the year were the hottest ever measured for parts of eight western states.
Extreme heat: Portugal under red alert until Sunday
IPMA extends the red warning to Aveiro, Beja, Braga, Évora, Portalegre, Porto, Santarém and Viana do Castelo at least until Sunday. The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) has placed 12 of mainland Portugal's 18 districts under a red alert (the highest level on the scale, which signals an "extreme weather risk situation"), from Thursday and at least until Saturday, because of the forecast heat, with the "persistence of extremely high temperatures, both daytime highs and...
England's warmest June on record down to record-breaking heatwave
England saw its warmest June since records began in 1865 and the second warmest for the whole of the UK according to data just released by the Met Office.
Urgent UK heat alerts issued for 5 areas with 'greater risk to life' warning
Urgent UK heat alerts issued for 5 areas with 'greater risk to life' warning The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a new heat health alert across a large chunk of the country, bringing a 'greater risk to life' for vulnerable people A new heat health alert has been issued across a large chunk of the UK, bringing a "greater risk to life for vulnerable people" as Brits brace for a potential second heatwave. The yellow alert, issued across the south of England and parts of the...
New heat health alert issued as another UK heatwave approaches
New heat health alert issued as another UK heatwave approaches A yellow heat health alert has been issued across parts of the country from Saturday to Wednesday - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments A new yellow heat health alert has been issued across the south of England and parts of the Midlands, as more hot weather is expected to reach the UK this weekend. The warning is in place from midday on Saturday 4 July until 5pm on Wednesday 8 July and covers the East Midlands, South East, South...
Met Office puts four counties on alert for heavy rain on Thursday - full list
Met Office puts four counties on alert for heavy rain on Thursday - full list Rain is expected to sweep over the UK overnight on Thursday, less than a week after a heatwave saw the country reach record June highs of 37.7C Heavy rain is forecast in parts of the UK overnight on Thursday, just days after a heatwave saw the country reach record June highs of 37.7C. The Met Office says outbreaks of rain, "heavy at times", will move in from Wednesday evening. The forecaster's weather maps show...
Extreme heat: Lisbon and three other districts on red alert
The hot weather gripping Portugal will last at least a week. Four districts, including Lisbon, are under red warning from Thursday to Saturday, and an orange alert will cover mainland Portugal on Friday. The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) has raised to red (source in Portuguese) the warnings for the districts of Lisbon and Setúbal from midnight on Thursday until the end of the day on Friday, due to the “persistence of extremely high temperatures, both maximum and minimum”.