Science behind high temperatures forcing flight cancellations in Leh
Leh Airfield marks the most difficult approach for pilots in India. Aircrafts flying to and from Leh are specially equipped for high-altitude operations. Key Points
India TodayJuly 21 was world's hottest day in at least 84 years: European climate agency
Climate science non-profit Berkeley Earth estimated last week that 2024 has a 92 per cent chance of setting a new annual heat record. The Earth experienced... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWorld’s hottest day record broken in 24 hours
C3S scientists attribute the sudden rise in daily global temperatures to much higher-than-average temperatures over large parts of Antarctica. The Earth... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaAt 32.5°C, Moscow swelters in century-high heatwave
Moscow and surrounding areas face unprecedented heatwaves with temperatures hitting century-high records. Residents struggle to cope with dangerously hot nights and abnormal temperatures. Key Points
India TodayEach of the Past 12 Months Broke Temperature Records
Last June was the warmest in recorded history. It kicked off an alarming streak with no end in sight. Key Points
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IMD issues higher temperature warning for Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a temperature rise in the next five days across Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Maximum temperatures ranging from 36-40°C are anticipated in south Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, interior Gujarat, interior Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and interior Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, exceeding normal by 1-3°C. Dry conditions are expected in Telangana with temperatures rising by 2-3 degrees. Key Points
Economic TimesUS Weather: Freeze Warning issued, cold waves may hit 25 million people in 11 states
NOAA's Weather Prediction Center has issued a Freeze Warning for Little Rock in Arkansas, Memphis in Tennessee, Tupelo, Starkville, Jackson and Hattiesburg in Mississippi. Besides people of Huntsville, Birmingham and Montgomery in Alabama, Atlanta and Griffin in Georgia, Anderson in South Carolina and Charlotte in North Carolina have also been warned of freezing temperatures. Key Points
Economic TimesJanuary 2024 was hottest on record with 1.7°C temperature surge
Global temperatures in January 2024 were the highest on record, with a rise of 1.66C above pre-industrial levels. The past 12 months also saw the highest recorded temperatures, 1.52°C above the average between 1850 and 1900. Key Points
mintDense fog hits ops at IGI airport in Delhi, 75 flights delayed
Delhi experienced its warmest morning in eight days with a minimum temperature of 6.6°C, despite sub-zero temperatures in hilly regions. Dense fog disrupted transport services. temperatures are expected to remain between 6°C and 7°C for the next three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that Delhi will not experience a cold wave. The rise in minimum temperatures is attributed to warmer winds from the east. Visibility improved after sunrise but over 75 flights were delayed, four were diverted, and five were cancelled. At least 18 trains were delayed by over an hour. | Latest News Delhi Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS braces for record lows, and frigid winds in widespread winter storm
Storm system threatens the West Coast with freezing rain and dangerous travel conditions. Arctic blast brings extreme cold across the country. Key Points
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Cause and Effect | 2024 may well break the 1.5°C-barrier for the full year
2023 broke all weather records: The ocean heat content is at an all time high. Expect global temperatures overall to continue to spike in 2024. Key Points
Hindustan TimesFall weather extremes in the US, Record heat sizzles West while East chills
Eastern states experience cooler temperatures while the West sees unseasonably warm weather. Record-breaking heat expected in Phoenix and other western cities. Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS heatwave: Record high temperature in California, Florida, Las Vegas. ‘Health risk’ waring issued
A scorching heatwave in the western US reached its peak on Sunday, with temperatures of up to 128°F (53°C) in the California desert. Heat warnings were issued for 38 cities, with the National Weather Service warning that the extreme temperatures pose a health risk. Key Points
mint'Heat storm' stretches into southern Europe, health alerts issued
Italy has issued heatwave red alerts for six cities, with meteorologists warning of record high temperatures of 45 Celsius. The heatwave, caused by new anticyclone Charon, will also affect Spain and Greece. Forest fires have been blazing across parts of Spain, with temperatures there set to reach 44C in the coming days. Rome's Health Minister Orazio Schillaci has urged people to stay indoors between 11am and 6pm to avoid temperatures of up to 43C, which he said was not advisable , warning against people, particularly the elderly, visiting the Colosseum during such heat. Key Points
Economic TimesGlobal temperatures smash records, underscore danger of greenhouse gas emissions
The average worldwide temperature reached 17C (63F) on Monday, just above the previous record of 16.9C in August 2016. Key Points
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May ocean temperatures hottest on record: NOAA
For the planet as a whole, May was the third warmest on record, the agency said Thursday in its monthly climate update. North America and South America had their warmest May on record. Key Points
Economic TimesCome May 16, heatwave likely to prevail across district: IMD
A heatwave is expected in the Indian district over the next five days, with temperatures likely to remain above 40°C. The district has not experienced such extreme temperatures this season. Health experts have advised certain groups, including children and the elderly, to avoid going out in the sun between 12 pm and 2 pm. Residents have been advised to stay hydrated, wear light-coloured clothing, and eat fruits and vegetables with high water content. Symptoms of heat-related ailments should be brought to medical attention immediately. Key Points
Hindustan TimesClimate change: Spain breaks record temperature for April
Temperatures reach 38.8C in southern Spain today as heat from Africa brings summer early. Key Points
BBC NewsIndian winters warmer now than in 1970, but Delhi saw least rise in temperatures, shows US study
Study by US-based Climate Central analyses average temperatures across India from 1970 to 2023. It also highlights a concerning trend — spring could be disappearing from parts of country. Key Points
ThePrintThis Heat Is Shaking the Very Foundation of the Ocean Food Web
Yes, save the corals. But warming seas also imperil innumerable plankton, which power the oceanic ecosystem. Key Points
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Humans approaching limits of ‘survivability’ as sweltering heatwaves engulf parts of Asia
Heavy showers blanketed northern India over the weekend, offering some much needed respite from a blistering heatwave that ravaged the region. But with mercury levels expected to remain high in other areas, the soaring heat has highlighted how millions in the world’s most populous nation are among the most vulnerable to the effects of the climate crisis. Key Points
CNNEuropean countries witnesses warmest September in human history
Austria, France, Germany, Poland and Switzerland announced their hottest Septembers on record on Friday. The warm weather in Europe came after the EU climate monitor that global temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere summer were the hottest on record. Key Points
India Today'The era of global boiling has arrived': UN says July to be hottest month ever recorded
July is set to be the hottest month ever recorded in history, according to the United Nations (UN) and the European Union (EU). Antonio Guterres, the UN Chief, has warned that global boiling has arrived and extreme weather has affected millions of people. According to their data, temperatures in July have already exceeded the average global temperatures, and the month could turn out to be the hottest on record. Key Points
Economic TimesClimate change likely to impact people with brain conditions, reveals study
Researchers find an increased number of admissions, disabilities or deaths resulting from a stroke due to higher temperatures or heat waves. Climate change is... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaPakistan swelters under intense heatwave, mercury crosses 52 degrees
In Mohenjo Daro, a town in Sindh known for archaeological sites that date back to the Indus Valley Civilisation built in 2500 BC, temperatures rose as high as 52.2 degrees Celsius over the last 24 hours. Key Points
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‘Not a milestone we should be celebrating’: July 3 was the hottest day ever globally
Hottest day ever: The average global temperature reached 17.01 degree Celsius, surpassing the August 2016 record of 16.92 degree Celsius. Key Points
Business TodayGencos set to face more heat from 'above-normal' temperatures in India
With the summer season well upon us, most parts of India are set to witness experience above-normal maximum temperatures from April to June, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Saturday. This may spell further bad news for gencos. For the second year in a row, the central government has ordered India's coal-fired power plants to run at full power. Key Points
Economic TimesThe Surprising Things That Helped Make 2023 the Hottest Year Ever
The numbers are in: 2023’s global temperatures not only soared, but smashed the previous record set in 2016. This year could be even hotter. Key Points
WIREDEl Niño, record heat brings unpredictable winter to America
El Niño & record heat make winter unpredictable for Americans. Cold front & storms to bring relief, but winter outlook uncertain due to El Niño. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesTarget of 1.5°C global warning threshold going out of reach amid record land & sea temperatures
Though mean temperatures had temporarily breached the 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold before, this was the first time they had done so in the northern hemisphere summer that starts on June 1. Sea temperatures also broke April and May records. Key Points
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Rise in ocean surface temperature have led to marine heatwaves globally: Report
As per the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Noaa), the the average temperature at the ocean’s surface has been at 21.1C since the start of April – beating the previous high of 21C set in 2016. Key Points
mintEnjoy Your Favorite Wine Before Climate Change Destroys It
Extreme heat and droughts are making it harder to grow grapes in many traditional regions. Here’s how scientists are helping the industry adapt. Key Points
WIREDIMD forecasts thunderstorms and high-speed winds in Kerala and Tamil Nadu for next 2-3 days
IMD forecasts predict imminent thunderstorms, high-speed winds, and isolated heavy rainfall in Kerala and Tamil Nadu over the next 2-3 days. Following Cyclone Michaung's impact, Tamil Nadu grapples with infrastructural damages, prompting a substantial review meeting in Chennai. Nearly ₹1000 crore, directed by PM Narendra Modi, aids Chennai's recovery. The forecast also highlights fog alerts in five states and anticipates a milder winter across various regions, signaling reduced cold wave occurrences. Key Points
Economic TimesClimate nears point of no return as land, sea temperatures break records, experts say
The target of keeping long-term global warming within 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 Fahrenheit) is moving out of reach, climate experts say, with nations failing to set more ambitious goals. Key Points
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