Heatwave to abate in parts of India — still very hot
This year summer came to India a month ahead. Over the last week in some parts of the country India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded temperatures over 45 °C (113 °F). Though heatwaves are common in...
Desert underwater — heavy rains cause flooding in northern Saudi Arabia
Unusually heavy rains hit several cities in Saudi Arabia. Streets of Arar city turned into muddy rivers. At the same time sandstorm reduced visibility. Local media and residents shared videos and pictures, showing water level...
The U.S. Military is not ready for extreme weather — taxpayers will continue to burden the cost
Extreme weather in the United States affects life not only by causing direct damage to cities and towns. Such events also harm local businesses, break logistical chains, and destroy critical infrastructure. Overall cost of hurricanes,...
Firewatch: Over 54,000 acres already burned in New Mexico Calf Canyon and Hermits Peak fires
New Mexico Fire Information posted an update regarding two wildfires that combined on April 19 and reached new areas over the last days. Separately known as Calf Canyon fire and Hermits Peak fire are located...
Poll: Americans more likely to believe in climate change after facing extreme weather
Recently shared Gallup poll found that 1 in 3 Americans in the last two years experienced some kind of extreme weather event. One of the key points of this poll is that victims of extreme...
Dubai Future Foundation is looking for Extreme Weather-Proof Batteries
Dubai Future Foundation launched a new initiative, calling innovators and tech companies to take part in the first challenge to build extreme weather-proof batteries. Battery life can be a limiting factor in the functionality of...
Floods in South Africa kill at least 259 people
Due to heavy rains and subsequent flooding in South Africa caused death of at least 259 people, and millions in infrastructure damage. Water washed out roads, led to landslides, destroyed power lines, disrupted railroads and...
Live: Southern Canada's worst blizzard in decades
Southern Manitoba and southeastern Saskatchewan parts of the Canadian provinces are under extreme weather conditions. Early this week the government has issued a warning over blizzard, expecting 30 to 50 centimetres of snow with wind...
NHL: Kraken vs Jets game postponed due to extreme weather
NHL officially postponed tomorrow's Kraken vs Jets game until May 1 due to extreme weather conditions in Winnipeg. Because of the delay it will be Seattle's team final game of the season. Press release: Tomorrow...
Worst blizzard in decades expected in southern Canada this week
The Government of Canada has issued an alert of an upcoming extreme weather event in the southern Manitoba and southeastern Saskatchewan provinces, including the city of Winnipeg. Meteorologists expect 12-20 inches (30 to 50 cm)...