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UN, scientists warn that strong El Nino will add fuel to ‘a planet already on fire’

UN, scientists warn that strong El Nino will add fuel to ‘a planet already on fire’

The United Nations and climate scientists warn that an intensifying El Nino cycle is driving unprecedented global weather shifts and extreme heat.

World ·1 Aug 2026, 00:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
France orders 4,000 extra evacuations as Gironde blaze forces 220,000 out

France orders 4,000 extra evacuations as Gironde blaze forces 220,000 out

French authorities have ordered 4,000 additional evacuations along the Gironde peninsula as firefighting crews struggle to contain a historic 42,000-hectare blaze.

World ·29 Jul 2026, 20:20 ·Leah Bennett 5 min read
Wildfires: More than 200,000 people flee or lock down as blazes sweep France and Spain

Wildfires: More than 200,000 people flee or lock down as blazes sweep France and Spain

Fast-moving wildfires driven by extreme heat and drought have forced over 200,000 people to evacuate or lock down across France and Spain.

World ·25 Jul 2026, 10:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Blazes merge outside Madrid as tens of thousands flee fires in France

Blazes merge outside Madrid as tens of thousands flee fires in France

France and Spain have declared emergency measures as uncontrollable wildfires force mass evacuations across tourist hotspots and residential areas. Authorities are now calling for international aid to combat the rapidly spreading blazes.

World ·24 Jul 2026, 21:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
France evacuates over 20,000 as fast‑moving wildfire nears Bordeaux

France evacuates over 20,000 as fast‑moving wildfire nears Bordeaux

A large forest fire near Bordeaux forced over 20,000 people to evacuate as firefighters worked to contain the blaze amid strong winds and high temperatures. No casualties have been reported following the fire, which officials believe may have been started by a machine.

World ·24 Jul 2026, 04:41 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Wildfire spreads near popular French tourist town as thousands are evacuated

Wildfire spreads near popular French tourist town as thousands are evacuated

A rapidly spreading wildfire in the Gironde department has necessitated the evacuation of more than 10,000 people from coastal towns and resorts.

World ·23 Jul 2026, 18:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
France recorded 5,764 excess deaths during its historic June heat wave

France recorded 5,764 excess deaths during its historic June heat wave

France’s public-health agency confirmed a 36% rise in mortality during a late-June heat wave that surpassed the toll of the previous summer. Officials are now calling for stronger heat-risk strategies as extreme temperatures impact the nation.

World ·23 Jul 2026, 02:36 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Hosepipe bans reach 11 million people as UK heatwave continues

Hosepipe bans reach 11 million people as UK heatwave continues

Five water companies have implemented formal hosepipe bans as record-breaking heat puts extreme strain on the nation's water infrastructure. Other providers have issued urgent appeals for customers to voluntarily limit water usage.

Weather ·20 Jul 2026, 15:46 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office forecasts warmer temperatures across UK as high pressure returns

Met Office forecasts warmer temperatures across UK as high pressure returns

High pressure is set to bring warmer, settled conditions to the UK next week, though dry conditions have sustained wildfire risks in several national parks.

Weather ·17 Jul 2026, 22:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Extreme Heat Warning extended as temperatures forecast to reach 38°C

Extreme Heat Warning extended as temperatures forecast to reach 38°C

The Met Office has extended record-breaking heat warnings across parts of the UK as humidity and tropical nights create severe public health and infrastructure risks.

Weather ·17 Jul 2026, 20:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Watts Up With That? - Wikipedia

Watts Up With That? - Wikipedia

This article examines the history of the blog Watts Up With That, alongside industrial shifts in data center cooling technology and the complexities of COP29.

Weather ·16 Jul 2026, 12:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Fontainebleau forest wildfire prompts 900 evacuations near Paris

Fontainebleau forest wildfire prompts 900 evacuations near Paris

Over 800 hectares of the historic Fontainebleau forest have burned as French authorities deploy aerial support to contain the blaze and investigate its origin.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 16:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
UK food prices set for 50% rise as climate and energy shocks hit costs

UK food prices set for 50% rise as climate and energy shocks hit costs

New research from the ECIU warns that climate-driven environmental pressures and volatile energy markets are driving a rapid increase in food inflation.

Cost of Living ·12 Jul 2026, 23:33 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Met Office issues four-day amber extreme heat warning for England and Wales

Met Office issues four-day amber extreme heat warning for England and Wales

A four-day amber warning is in effect across England and Wales as an Omega block weather system drives temperatures toward 38°C. Officials are warning of significant disruption to infrastructure and health risks for the general population.

Weather ·11 Jul 2026, 09:04 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Spain wildfire in Almeria kills 11 people with 19 still missing

Spain wildfire in Almeria kills 11 people with 19 still missing

Emergency crews are battling a deadly wildfire in Andalusia that has forced the evacuation of 1,000 residents amid a severe regional heatwave. Authorities continue to search for 19 missing individuals following the incident near Bédar.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 11:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Spain wildfire kills 11, four British among dead as heatwave rages

Spain wildfire kills 11, four British among dead as heatwave rages

A wildfire near Bédar in Almería has led to 11 deaths, the evacuation of approximately 1,000 residents, and the closure of major local motorways.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 09:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Twelve die in wildfire in Spain as heatwave continues in southern Europe

Twelve die in wildfire in Spain as heatwave continues in southern Europe

A wildfire in Andalusia has claimed twelve lives and forced the evacuation of 1,000 residents amid an intense regional heatwave.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 08:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
UK hits record for most 34C days in a year as heatwave continues

UK hits record for most 34C days in a year as heatwave continues

The United Kingdom has set a new record for the number of days reaching 34C in 2026, as the ongoing heatwave strains national infrastructure and healthcare.

Weather ·10 Jul 2026, 03:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
UN warns of super El Niño threat as temperatures potentially top 40C

UN warns of super El Niño threat as temperatures potentially top 40C

An intensifying El Niño in the Pacific Ocean may reach "super" status, potentially driving global temperature highs and altering weather stability.

Weather ·9 Jul 2026, 23:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
UK temperatures set to rise again after brief heatwave respite

UK temperatures set to rise again after brief heatwave respite

Following a brief period of respite, the UK faces a fresh wave of extreme heat as forecasters warn of rising temperatures and oppressive humidity.

Weather ·9 Jul 2026, 18:36 ·Rhys Morgan 6 min read