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Flash flood warning as UK faces heavy downpours after record drought

The Met Office has warned of a risk of flash flooding across parts of the UK as heavy rain falls on ground baked dry by drought. Morecambe in Lancashire recorded 52.5mm of rain in 24 hours, representing a third of the region's total rainfall between June and mid-August. The National…

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UK warned biggest El Nino since 1800s will trigger hottest year ever

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Flash flood warnings for UK as heavy rain batters drought-hit ground

Further showers are forecast on Friday for most parts of the UK

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Biggest El Niño for a century forecast to bring UK more autumn rain and storms

‘Unprecedented’ weather pattern over Pacific Ocean to be felt worldwide, with severe droughts expected in some areas

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Panama Canal to reduce shipping as El Niño fuels drought in lakes that feed waterway

The operator said it does not rule out further restrictions on shipping depending on how much it rains in the coming weeks.

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Millions in France report eco-anxiety after summer of heatwaves and wildfires

Record-breaking heatwaves, drought and wildfires are driving a surge in eco-anxiety across France, with some sufferers "paralysed" by panic attacks, unable to work and, in the most severe cases, experiencing suicidal thoughts.

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Hungary spent years draining its waters. Drought is exposing the cost

The shrinking of Lake Velence reflects a wider water emergency facing Hungary

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Rewilded land remains green amid drought-stricken English countryside, images show

National Trust’s Holnicote estate says restored wetlands and rivers offer proof of resilience to drought, wildfires and flooding

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‘Unprecedented’ El Nino event to bring storms and rain to UK, says Met Office

The weather event in the Pacific is predicted to have a knock-on effect across the world, including the UK.

Evening Standard

Here’s what the strongest-ever El Nino means for UK weather in 2027

Next year’s event could be ‘unheard of’, expert warns

The Independent UK

Panama Canal to cut daily ship traffic as drought worsens from El Nino

The Panama Canal will limit daily vessel traffic from September 3, the Pnama Canal Authority said Thursday, as a severe drought fuelled by El Nino depletes water supplies needed to operate the vital trade route. The restrictions will reduce crossings from 36 ships a day to 34, and then to…

France 24

Panama Canal to reduce shipping over El Nino-fueled drought

PANAMA CITY - The Panama Canal will reduce shipping volumes from next month because of a drought fueled by the El Nino phenomenon, the operator of the strategic waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans said Thursday.

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‘Sava’s Titanic,’ the century-old sunken shipwreck emerges as Europe’s rivers fall to record lows

A shipwreck from a century ago has resurfaced in the Sava River, unveiled by the extreme drought gripping Europe. Known as 'Sava's Titanic', this remarkable find provides a fascinating link to historical maritime stories. The receding waters have also uncovered various artifacts and ancient structures, reminding us of the catastrophic…

The Times of India

Ministers are in denial about the scale of the crises we face

Letter: Having just 20 Defra staff working on climate adaptations show the government is not taking the challenges of heatwaves, wildfires and droughts seriously, writes Dr Amy McDonnell

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Germany reports record 14,000 heat-related deaths this year, official data shows

The heatwaves and drought have fuelled a historically hot summer in Europe, contributing to a spike in heat-related mortality in the worst-hit countries.

The Conversation

Puerto Rico is rationing water, but many residents stopped trusting the tap long before the drought

Imagine turning on your kitchen faucet and nothing comes out. Not for an hour, but for two full days. Then the water returns, only to stop again two days later.

The Times of India

Built in 1913, this 177-foot steam tug survived two world wars but sank after hitting a German mine in 1945; drought has now exposed its wreck in Serbia

Amidst severe drought, a historic steam tug once lost beneath the Sava River has resurfaced, delighting locals who flock to witness 'Sava's Titanic'. This vessel, which sank in 1945 after a tragic encounter with a mine, revitalizes memories of the Balkans' complex history. Its emergence underscores the grim water shortages…

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America’s favourite vegetable could be hit by California drought: over 90% of fresh broccoli comes from the state, while severe drought may cut shipments sharply

The ongoing drought in California threatens the broccoli supply of the entire nation. Estimates indicate that shipment reductions could exceed twenty percent if conditions worsen. Experts propose that by growing more broccoli on the East Coast, costs related to supply chains could decrease and food miles reduced, leading to a…

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Champagne harvest: why picking begins as early as mid-August

In Champagne, the grape harvest began as early as mid-August, unprecedented for some growers, after heat and drought sped up ripening and forced them to change their methods.

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UK hit by heavy showers and thunderstorms following record drought

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UK hit with heavy rain and thunderstorms as Met Office warns of flash flooding

Some areas in the country had the ‘first meaningful rain for a long time” this week

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Europe's rivers run dry, and history resurfaces: Century-old shipwreck emerges in Serbia's drought

Extreme heat and drought are causing European rivers to recede. A steam tugboat from the early 1900s has emerged from the Sava River. This vessel, known as the Slovenian, sank during World War II. Other historical items like German warships and mammoth bones have also surfaced. Experts warn these extreme…

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Historic WWII tugboat rises from depths as Danube River dries up

Amid prolonged drought, the river is giving up its ghosts

The Guardian - UK

Watermelons in Bristol: how UK heatwaves are affecting growers

Most allotment holders say the heat has meant more work for smaller crops, although some have found a silver lining

International Business Times UK

UK Weather Warnings Issued as 50mm Rain Brings Thunderstorms and Flash Flood Risk

Heavy rain and thunderstorms threaten flash flooding in the UK after a record dry spell. The Met Office warns of difficult driving conditions and ongoing drought despite the rainfall.

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