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Scientists used geothermal drill-hole temperatures in Oregon’s Cascades and found at least 81 cubic kilometres of water hidden in volcanic rock, nearly 3 times Lake Mead’s capacity

Beneath the forested slopes of Oregon’s Cascade Range, scientists have uncovered a vast, hidden reservoir of water locked inside volcanic rock. By analysing temperature data from geothermal drill holes, a University of Oregon-led team estimated that at least 81 cubic kilometres of water are stored in the region’s subsurface, nearly…

The Times of India · Sep 1

Cities sweltering and the smell of the middle ages: has the climate crisis killed Instagram’s Euro summer?

Who dreams of having a Euro summer now when staying in an ancient, uncooled building in the Old Town is like trying to sleep in a wood-fired pizza oven?

The Guardian - AU · Sep 1

Forecasters Put the Odds of a Record Breaking El Nino at 69 Percent, and Winter Health Risks Shift with It

NOAA puts a very strong El Niño above 90% for winter 2026-27, with a 69% chance of a record event. Here is what that means for household health.

Medical Daily · Aug 31

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Keeping cool saves thousands of lives yearly, but at a cost of worsening global warming, experts say

A new study highlights the life-saving role of air conditioning

The Independent UK · Aug 31

Cubans Describe a Deepening Crisis in Basic Services: 'We're Struggling in Almost Every Way'

Crippling blackouts, soaring inflation, and severe water and medicine shortages leave millions of Cubans struggling to secure basic daily necessities.

Latin Times · Aug 31

Hurricane threat in Southern California: 90% chance of disturbance to turn into depression

A tropical disturbance in the eastern Pacific now has a 90% chance of becoming a tropical depression within 48 hours, while weather models cited by Southern California meteorologists show it could strengthen into a hurricane later this week before weakening and potentially moving towards the region.

The Times of India · Aug 31

London weather: Met Office predicts 'very warm spells' for capital in September

Met Office's long-range forecast offers hope for Londoners already missing the summer heatwaves

Evening Standard · Aug 31

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Fears for communities near the great Colorado River as drought means future is uncertain

The severely depleted Colorado River is causing grave concern for those who rely on it

The Independent UK · Aug 29

US officials urge swimmers to be cautious amid surge in drowning deaths

Recent deadly water-related incidents amid heatwave leads National Park Service to issue water-safety reminders

The Guardian - US · Aug 29

Flash floods have devastated Nepal. Climate change could make them routine

IN DEPTH: Nepal and Tibet are reeling from unprecedented floods that have killed more than 600 people. Experts tell James C. Reynolds that a warming planet could make these disasters more common and threaten water security for millions

The Independent UK · Aug 29

The Old Farmer’s Almanac winter forecast is out. Here’s what to know about the coming season

The season is looking mild for much of the country - with a few key exceptions

The Independent UK · Aug 28

Corpus Christi Withholds Water to Wetlands While Lifting Restrictions on Lawns

Reservoirs have rebounded from critical levels, but an emergency order absolves the city of requirements to resume releasing water for the Nueces River Delta.

Texas Observer · Aug 28

How have my plants fared this summer? Some better than others

It’ll soon be autumn, but the record-breaking weather has taken its toll on my vegetables

The Guardian - UK · Aug 28

Nepal floods: How two reports warned of this disaster months ago

Recent floods in Nepal and Tibet followed ICIMOD's warnings about melting glaciers. These reports highlighted doubled ice loss rates and increased flood risks across the region. A catastrophic flash flood triggered by a glacier collapse killed hundreds and left many missing. Smaller glaciers are shrinking faster, intensifying hazards like glacial…

The Times of India · Aug 28

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 28

Weather tracker: More extreme rain in Japan and a tornado in France

Flash flooding and mudslides in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, while convective storms hit western Europe

The Guardian - UK · Aug 28

How Britain’s railways are struggling in the heat – and can they be fixed?

Problems including derailments have hit network during one of the hottest and driest summers on record

T3 · Aug 28

Meaco Sefte Smart 36" Tower Fan review: Powerful, quiet and smart, but let down by its looks

A feature-packed smart tower fan that punches well above its price, even if the design feels a little dated

The Times of India · Aug 28

In 2023, San Antonio tested cool pavement at six sites; one coating cut afternoon road temperatures by about 3.6°F, while changes in air temperature remained small and inconclusive

San Antonio spent part of the summer of 2023 testing a simple idea: could changing the surface of a road make it less brutally hot? The city applied 3 different pavement treatments at selected locations and brought in researchers from the University of Texas at San Antonio to measure what…

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Medical Daily · Aug 28

Twelve Days and Nearly Two Million Visitors Begin Today at the Minnesota State Fair, Heat Included

The Minnesota State Fair opens today for 12 days. Heat, crowd density, and food handling are the risks that actually send people home.

The Times of India · Aug 27

Phoenix expanded heat relief in 2026 after dangerous gaps in 2024 pushed the city toward 24/7 cooling and overnight respite

In 2024, Phoenix took significant steps to improve its heat relief system by introducing overnight cooling solutions. By 2025, the city established a 24/7 Heat Respite and Navigation Centre. Further enhancements in 2026, such as extended library hours and new collaborations, were made to address the need for daytime-only cooling…

The Times of India · Aug 27

An Oklahoma woman opened a $1,373 electric bill, including a $598 deposit after late payments; she says it topped her monthly rent and sparked a petition over soaring power costs

As intense summer heat sweeps through the region, many households are grappling with skyrocketing electricity bills. Raelynn McMurchy's monthly statement doubled, igniting discussions on much-needed policy reforms. Oklahoma's power provider continues to disconnect customers in alarming numbers, leaving local charities to struggle for emergency support. Residents are calling for robust…

The Guardian - UK · Aug 27

Climate crisis could be destabilising mountain areas like Nepal, experts warn

Unusual heat this year may have melted ice and thawed bonds that hold glaciers in place – leading to catastrophe

The Independent UK · Aug 27

As super El Nino strengthens, study suggests that climate change is intensifying El Ninos

A new study suggests El Nino events have intensified over the past 40 years due to human-caused climate change

The Guardian - US · Aug 27

El Niño climate patterns supercharged by burning of fossil fuels, study finds

‘Godzilla’ event currently brewing could push 50 million people into acute hunger before the end of next year

Evening Standard · Aug 27

Londoners rejoice at heavy rain finally arriving - even as it hits morning commute

The downpours on Thursday have been a welcome reprieve after weeks of dry weather and scorching temperatures

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