May 2025 - Page 5 of 14 - Disasters News

May222025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Heat Risks Surge for Pregnant Women in India Amid Growing Climate Crisis

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A new global study has revealed a startling rise in dangerously hot days for pregnant women, with India recording some of the sharpest increases over the past five years. The analysis confirms that climate change is significantly contributing to health risks during pregnancy by increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme heat exposure. Between 2020 and 2024, India experienced an average of six additional "pregnancy heat-risk days" annually that can be directly attributed to climate change. These days are defined as periods when daily maximum temperatures exceed the 95th percentile of historical local records, a threshold associated with increased risks of preterm birth and other adverse health outcomes for both mother and baby. The report, compiled by Climate Central, analyzed ...

May222025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Storm Brews in Arabian Sea as IMD Warns of Heavy Rainfall, Heat Waves and Monsoon Onset

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New Delhi, May 22 — A low-pressure system is set to form over the east-central Arabian Sea, just off the Karnataka-Goa coast, by the evening of May 21 and could intensify into a depression by May 22, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said in its latest bulletin. The development is expected to unleash a spell of intense weather across large parts of India. Extremely heavy rainfall has been forecast at isolated places over Konkan & Goa and coastal Karnataka today. From May 21 to 27, Kerala and Karnataka are likely to experience widespread light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph. Western India is also bracing for a turbulent spell. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast in parts of Madhya Maharashtra from May 21-2...

May222025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

AI Breakthrough Brings Faster, Localized Thunderstorm Forecasts

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In a major leap for weather forecasting, researchers have successfully trained artificial intelligence to predict localized thunderstorms with remarkable speed and accuracy marking a turning point for emergency preparedness and public safety. Traditionally, AI has been used to generate global-scale weather forecasts, but its effectiveness at smaller scales like predicting individual thunderstorms was limited due to a lack of high-resolution data. That changed when scientists Flora and Potvin trained Google’s powerful neural network, GraphCast, on data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Warn-on-Forecast System. The result is WoFSCast an AI model capable of accurately simulating key storm dynamics such as updrafts and cold air pockets. These features play...

May222025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Broken roads, empty plates: How transport failures fuel Africa’s hunger crisis

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In a powerful new report, the World Bank warns that the battle against hunger in Africa is being lost not in the fields, but on the road. The problem isn’t just about growing more food it’s about getting it to where it’s needed. Titled “Transport for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa,” the report sheds light on a broken supply chain that causes 37% of locally produced food to spoil before it reaches consumers. Across the continent, food meant to feed millions is left to rot in trucks stuck at dilapidated ports, jammed at chaotic borders, or delayed on potholed roads. For a region where 58% of people already face food insecurity, such losses are devastating. Supply Chain Strain Compared to Europe, Africa’s food supply chains are four times longer translating into higher transport...

May212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

IMD Forecast: Intense Heat, Torrential Rains and Monsoon Progress in Coming Days

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As India braces for extreme weather fluctuations, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a comprehensive forecast indicating a volatile mix of heatwaves, thunderstorms, and heavy rainfall across several regions between May 19 and 24. From scorching temperatures in the northwest to early monsoon rains in the south and northeast, much of the country is likely to experience weather extremes in the coming days. Scorching Heat to Grip Northwest India Heatwave conditions are expected to persist in isolated pockets of west Rajasthan from May 19 to 24. East Rajasthan is likely to experience the same between May 19 and 22, while Haryana will endure the heat from May 19 to 21. Hot and humid conditions are also forecast for Odisha on May 19 and 20, accompanied by warm nights in Ha...

May212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Braces for Weather Extremes: Heatwaves in the Northwest Heavy Rains in the South and East

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As the pre-monsoon season intensifies, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a mix of extreme weather events across the country. From severe heatwaves in Rajasthan and Haryana to torrential rains in the southern and northeastern states, the week ahead will test both infrastructure and resilience. Northwest India Swelters Under Heat and Dust Storms The IMD has warned that intense heatwave conditions will persist in parts of west Rajasthan from May 19 to 24, with east Rajasthan joining the heat spell until May 22. Haryana is also expected to sizzle between May 19 and 21. Adding to the discomfort, hot and humid weather will dominate Odisha on May 19 and 20, while unusually warm nights will prevail in isolated pockets of Haryana and Rajasthan. Meanwhile, dust storms w...

May212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Green Growth: Brazil’s Bold Bet on Reforestation and Carbon Credits

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Brazil's push toward an ecologically sustainable future has gained momentum with a significant financial boost to one of its most ambitious reforestation startups. Re.green, a Brazilian climate-tech company focused on restoring degraded lands, has secured 80 million reais ($14.13 million) in financing from the National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES), with major private lender Bradesco acting as the financial intermediary. This marks a defining moment in Brazil’s emerging carbon economy and climate investment landscape. A Strategic Boost from the New Climate Fund The funding announcement, made Monday, represents a milestone in Brazil’s climate policy and investment strategy. It is the second major investment facilitated by the government’s New Climate Fund—a 10 billion r...

May212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Southern Australia in the Grip of Drought: A Harsh Glimpse into the Future

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Southern Australia is currently enduring a crippling drought, with swathes of South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, and Western Australia experiencing some of the lowest rainfall totals on record. This prolonged dry spell is putting immense pressure on communities, ecosystems, and economies serving as a stark warning of what may become more frequent as climate change intensifies. 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗶𝗲𝗴𝗲: 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗮𝗿, 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗱 With pastures failing, many farmers are being forced to purchase feed at sky-high prices just to keep their animals alive. Others are selling off livestock in distress sales, trying to cut losses. These decisions often heartbreaking are being made daily across vast tracts of agricultural land. Financial stress is mounting. For many, the economi...

May212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Britain Driest Spring in Over a Century Raises Alarm Over Summer Drought

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In an era marked by unprecedented climate shifts, the United Kingdom has now added another unwelcome record to its growing list of extreme weather events. The spring of 2025 is officially the driest in more than 100 years, with only 80 mm of rainfall recorded so far far short of the seasonal average of 229 mm. 𝗔 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆-𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗹𝗹 According to the UK’s Meteorological Office, this spring’s rainfall totals are the lowest seen in over a century. The news, confirmed by BBC Weather, comes amid growing concern over water resources as large parts of the country remain parched. Regions such as Greater London, Hampshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, and Yorkshire have experienced more than 20 consecutive days without a single drop of rain a stark illustration of the unusual dryness ...

May202025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Battery Revolution: A Sodium-Powered Leap Toward Affordable and Green Energy

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As India accelerates toward an electrified, sustainable future a scientific breakthrough from Bengaluru is positioning the country as a global leader in next-generation energy storage. At the heart of this green revolution lies a humble yet powerful element: sodium. Breaking Free from Lithium: A New Era of Battery Innovation The race to decarbonize transportation, power grids, and off-grid communities has placed enormous pressure on battery technology. While lithium-ion batteries have powered much of the electric age so far, their rising costs, environmental concerns, and supply chain vulnerabilities particularly their dependence on imports from resource-rich regions like China and South America have triggered a global search for alternatives. Now a team of researchers at the ...