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In 2023, LA storms refilled shallow aquifers and reservoirs, but deep groundwater recovered only 25%

In 2023, record-setting storms brought a much-needed boost to Los Angeles's reservoirs and shallow groundwater levels. Yet, deeper aquifers, specifically those lying beneath fifty meters, showed only a slight recovery post-wet season, with just twenty-five percent of lost groundwater replenished. This highlights a crucial disparity; improvements in surface water do…

The Times of India · Sep 9

$Texas prisons seek $298 million for air conditioning. That’s a fraction of what’s needed.$

Texas prisons seek $298 million for air conditioning. That’s a fraction of what’s needed.

It would cost $1.5 billion to fully cool all prisons, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice estimates.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 9

Hawaii’s western islands hit by fierce winds from Hurricane Lowell as thousands lose power

Strong winds uprooted trees and caused widespread blackouts on the island of Kauai

The Independent UK · Sep 9

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Hurricane Lowell leaves at least one dead, knocks out power in Kauai County

At least one person died on Oahu after Hurricane Lowell swept past Hawaii, while wind gusts above 80mph knocked out power to around 90% of homes and businesses in Kauai County as the state began cleaning up Tuesday, according to PowerOutage.com.

The Times of India · Sep 9

Not just Nepal: How climate change puts European Alps under threat of glacial retreat and rock fall

Alpine glaciers are shrinking rapidly, driven by escalating temperatures. The thawing of permafrost is leading to unstable cliffs, resulting in increased rockfalls. This year, the Mont Blanc massif has witnessed more frequent rock collapses. Regions previously blanketed in snow are now experiencing rainfall, which disrupts the stability of the terrain.…

The Times of India · Sep 9

Nepal's flood disaster and the impact of climate change loom large in the icy shadow of Mont Blanc

Mont Blanc, western Europe's highest peak, is experiencing dramatic changes due to climate warming

The Independent UK · Sep 9

Hurricane Lowell Path and Updates: Hawaii Braces for 60 Centimetres of Rain and Severe Mudslides

Hurricane Lowell is causing severe weather in Hawaii, prompting closures of schools and offices. The storm brings heavy rain, damaging winds, and hazardous surf, with warnings for Kauaʻi and Oʻahu.

International Business Times UK · Sep 8

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Inside the deadly summer of human-bear conflicts sweeping across the American West

Wildlife officials in the Rocky Mountain region are reporting far more trouble than usual between black bears and people this summer

The Independent UK · Sep 8

‘Why was Mum in clothes you could wear in the winter?’: family seeks answers after care home heatstroke death

Thousands died because of this summer’s extreme hot weather – caused by the climate crisis. Anita Bazell, taken to hospital during June’s heatwave with a body temperature of 41.2C, was one of them

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8

Hurricane Lowell: Hawaii braces for heavy rain as schools set to close

The closures take effect across Oahu and Kauai County

The Independent UK · Sep 8

Cities in Great Britain most vulnerable to extreme heat revealed

OS index examines which ‘urban heat islands’ suffer the most – and which cope the best with rising temperatures

The Guardian - UK · Sep 7

Tunisians tell the story of their summer of shortages

Frequent water and power cuts, long queues for bottled water, poultry farms destroyed by the heat: these have been the scenes across Tunisia this summer as millions of people were affected by shortages in electricity and water. Our Observers say this is the result of years of underinvestment in infrastructure…

France 24 · Sep 7

Why Hawaii Is Bracing for Monster Hurricane Lowell Like It's 1992's Iniki All Over Again

Category 3 Hurricane Lowell hits Hawaii with heavy rain and dangerous surf as Kauai and Niihau enter state of emergency.

Latin Times · Sep 7

Hawaii declares state of emergency as Hurricane Lowell approaches islands

Storm, which may make impact as soon as Monday, is third system in weeks to threaten state during hurricane season

The Guardian - US · Sep 6

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The Guardian - UK · Sep 6

The Guardian view on extreme heat: its scale should be a wake-up call to us all

Editorial: With thousands dead across Europe this summer, it’s time to recognise heatwaves as the major natural disasters they are

The Guardian - US · Sep 6

Air conditioners are our best bet in the fight against extreme heat – whether we like it or not

Global AC demand will inevitably accelerate as the world continues to warm amid the climate crisis

The Guardian - AU · Sep 6

Brisbane swelters under hottest September day in years as east coast faces unseasonably warm weather

Queensland capital hits 34.4C as firefighters battle fast-moving bushfire in Lockyer Valley west of Ipswich

Latin Times · Sep 5

El Niño Just Hit a Record Threshold — Here's Every Country in Latin America Already Paying for It

NOAA gives 2026's El Niño 90%+ odds of hitting historic strength. Ecuador is now on red alert, Colombia risks blackouts, crops fail.

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Latin Times · Sep 5

Alert in 17 Mexican States: Hurricane Marie and 45°C Heat Split Mexico in Two

Hurricane Marie has weakened to Category 1, not Category 2, as Mexico faces a 17-state rain alert and a 45°C heat wave this Saturday.

Latin Times · Sep 5

Why the Panama Canal Just Got Tighter — And What It Means for Your Grocery Bill

Panama Canal cuts daily ship traffic as the Hormuz crisis rages. Economists say the added freight costs are headed straight for U.S. grocery carts.

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4

Weather tracker: Hurricanes in the Pacific, but none yet this season in the Atlantic

The current record for the latest Atlantic hurricane formation could be broken this year

Evening Standard · Sep 4

Environment Secretary warns people to store food for weather emergencies

An unprecedented El Nino event is forecast to reach more than 3C in the coming months.

The Independent UK · Sep 3

Wells drying up at South Dakota homes and ranches due to heat and drought

Gordon and Connie Howie are struggling with water shortages on their cattle ranch in western South Dakota

The Guardian - UK · Sep 3

Minister tells Brits to stock up on days of supplies after ‘supersize’ El Niño warning

Exclusive: Angela Eagle urges UK citizens to be ‘a bit more resilient’ as they plan for national emergencies

International Business Times UK · Sep 3

'The Planet Is in Uncharted Waters': UN Chief Sounds Alarm as El Nino Intensifies To Historic Strength

The UN warns that the intensifying El Niño could become one of the strongest on record, posing significant risks to global weather patterns, economies, and communities.

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