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World's Oceans Hit Hottest July on Record as El Niño Conditions Build in the Pacific

July saw the hottest ocean temperatures on record, driven by El Niño and climate change, raising concerns about intensified marine heatwaves, wildfires, and shifting weather patterns globally.

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

Extreme Weather Pushes Puerto Rico to Ration Water as Experts Warn Crisis Could Last Months

Extreme drought conditions, an aging water system and other compounding problems are forcing officials to declare an islandwide state of emergency and implement rationing measures.

Latin Times · Aug 11

Got a compact garden but want some shade? Try these cool trees

The best shade trees for a small garden.

The Canberra Times · Aug 11

Extreme heat warning for London as temperatures tipped to hit 38C

The Met Office has issued the heat warning for London and parts of the South East, East Midlands, East of England, West Midlands and South Yorkshire from 9am to midnight on Thursday

Evening Standard · Aug 11

England recorded driest July in 190 years with just 6.5mm of rain as drought and water stress deepen

In July 2023, England faced its driest month in nearly two centuries, with record-low rainfall. The high temperatures and abundant sunshine led to increased water consumption, resulting in reduced reservoir levels and river flows. Water companies were compelled to impose usage restrictions. Additionally, farmers struggled with early harvesting and depleting…

The Times of India · Aug 11

Amber warning for extreme heat on Thursday as temperatures could hit 38C

The Met Office has issued an amber warning for very high temperatures for parts of England.

Evening Standard · Aug 11

Summer 2026 on course to be UK’s hottest on record, says Met Office – as it happened

Prediction comes amid warning of ‘extreme heat’ this week with temperatures of 38C possible

The Guardian - UK · Aug 11

India's power demand seen rising 6.5-7.5% this fiscal as hotter, drier weather boosts cooling needs: Crisil

India's power demand is estimated to rise 6.5-7.5 per cent year-on-year this fiscal to 1,825-1,835 billion units (BU), driven mainly by higher cooling requirements amid expectations of higher temperatures and lower rainfall due to El Nino conditions, according to a report by Crisil Intelligence.

The Economic Times · Aug 11

UK Heatwave Reaches Critical Point as Record Drought and Wildfires Add to Health Risk

The UK is experiencing its fifth heatwave this summer, with temperatures reaching 36°C, worsening drought conditions, and wildfires. Health alerts are in place, affecting millions across England.

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

Ahmedabad Weather Today, August 11: Check the latest IMD rain alert for Gujarat

Weather today at Ahmedabad: Ahmedabad is likely to see light to moderate rain and thundershowers on August 11, with the IMD warning of isolated lightning and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in parts of northeast Gujarat, including Aravalli, Panchmahal, Dahod, Mahisagar and Chhota…

The Economic Times · Aug 11