The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued its latest monsoon outlook for the Hindu Kush, Karakoram and Himalayan mountain ranges, warning that above-normal temperatures combined with seasonal rainfall could increase the risk of flooding and other weather-related hazards in northern Pakistan. According to the PMD, rainfall in the northern regions is expected to remain […]
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Europe heatwave linked to over 10,000 excess deaths
European countries recorded more than 10,000 excess deaths during the record-breaking heatwave that swept across western Europe in late June, highlighting the severe impact of extreme temperatures. Official data showed that more than 9,000 of those deaths involved people aged 65 and above, making older adults the most affected group during the deadly weather event. […]
Heatwaves linked to 2,700 deaths in England and Wales
Severe heatwaves that struck England and Wales during May and June are estimated to have contributed to the deaths of around 2,700 people, according to researchers who studied the impact of the unusually high temperatures. Read More: 2025 was UK’s hottest and sunniest year on record The findings were released by experts from Imperial College London, […]
Punjab, Centre to increase cooperation on climate change, flood management
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Thursday held a meeting with Federal Minister for Climate Change Dr Musadik Malik to review climate resilience measures, flood preparedness and coordination mechanisms ahead of the monsoon season. Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb presented the Punjab Climate and Disaster Resilience Plan 2026 and gave a detailed briefing. The […]
Germany heatwave death toll surpasses 5,000 amid soaring temperatures
Germany has recorded an estimated 5,120 heat-related deaths so far this year, with most fatalities occurring during the intense heatwave in late June. Public health authorities reported that average weekly temperatures climbed well above 20 degrees Celsius, increasing health risks across the country, especially for vulnerable people. Read more : Heatwave claims 3,700 lives across Europe […]
Record-breaking El Nino raises global climate concerns
The current El Nino weather pattern is expected to become one of the strongest ever recorded, according to leading climate experts monitoring global atmospheric conditions. Forecast models consistently indicate an extreme event that could trigger widespread droughts, floods, and other severe weather across many regions. Scientists warn the developing system may significantly affect agriculture, water […]
France wildfire forces mass evacuations amid Europe’s intense heatwave
A fast-moving wildfire has scorched nearly 11,000 acres of land in southern France, forcing more than 10,000 people to evacuate from almost 30 towns and villages near the Spanish border. The blaze began near Trevillach, close to Perpignan, and spread rapidly through the Pyrenees region, destroying thousands of hectares of woodland as emergency crews raced […]
Climate change linked to dangerous World Cup heat, study finds
A new scientific study has concluded that the extreme heat and humidity affecting parts of the United States during the FIFA World Cup would have been virtually impossible without climate change. Researchers said the current weather conditions reflect a significantly warmer climate than in previous centuries, raising fresh concerns about player safety, public health and […]
Heatwave claims 3,700 lives across Europe
At least 3,700 excess deaths were reported during the June heatwave in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Authorities warned the figures remain preliminary and could increase as more data becomes available. Older adults, healthcare systems, and vulnerable communities were the hardest hit by the extreme temperatures. The heatwave lasted from June 20 to June 28 […]
Europe heatwave death toll surpasses 3,700
A severe heatwave sweeping across Europe has claimed more than 3,700 lives in France, Belgium and the Netherlands, according to preliminary official estimates, with health authorities warning that the death toll could rise further as additional data becomes available. The extreme weather event, which affected large parts of Europe between June 20 and June 28, […]