A powerful heatwave has intensified across Germany, forcing the cancellation of several outdoor events while forecasters warn temperatures could climb above 40 degrees Celsius through the weekend. Large parts of the country are already experiencing severe to extreme heat stress, raising concerns over public safety, travel disruptions and wildfire risks. According to provisional weather data, […]
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Global wildfire surge breaks records as heat extremes intensify
Scientists have warned that global fire outbreaks have reached record levels across multiple regions, driven by rising temperatures and climate change impacts. The surge in wildfires during the early months of this year has already caused unprecedented environmental damage, while experts expect conditions to worsen further as extreme heat and changing weather systems continue to […]
Over 6,000 acres of Punjab’s forests lost to fires in three years
ISLAMABAD: Forests across Punjab are facing an alarming wave of destruction as over 6,000 acres of woodland have been reduced to ashes over the past three years. Records reveal that 268 forest fire incidents were reported in Punjab during this period, accounting for nearly 40 percent of all 479 forest fire cases recorded nationwide. Across […]