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Mar122025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Chennai Scorches Under Intense Heatwave Records Hottest Day of 2025

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Chennai is reeling under an intense heatwave as temperatures surge beyond normal levels, marking March 6, 2025, as the hottest day of the year so far. In Nungambakkam, the mercury climbed to 36.4°C—3.6°C above normal—while Meenambakkam recorded a scorching 37.7°C, exceeding the average by 4.3°C. Across the city, 11 weather stations reported temperatures above 37°C. Meanwhile, Erode in Tamil Nadu recorded the state’s highest temperature at 39.2°C, making it the hottest March 6 since 2000. With heat levels soaring unusually early in the year, meteorologists warn of prolonged high temperatures in the coming weeks. From News Desk

Feb182025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Global Temperature Crosses 1.5°C Threshold in 2024, Marking New Climate Era

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The average global temperature anomaly in 2024 surpassed the critical 1.5°C threshold for the first time, signaling a significant milestone in the planet’s ongoing warming trend. This development, highlighted by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), marks a clear step into a phase of sustained global warming. The 1.5°C limit, a target established under the 2015 Paris Agreement, aimed to prevent the worst impacts of climate change by keeping global temperature rise below this level compared to pre-industrial times (1850-1900). However, the WMO confirmed that the annual average global temperature in 2024 was 1.55°C above pre-industrial levels, based on six independent datasets. The European Commission’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) added that 18 of the last 19 months ...

Feb62025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Arctic Heatwave North Pole Temperatures Soar 20°C Above Normal, Pushing Ice to Melting Point

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In a dramatic climate event, temperatures at the North Pole surged more than 20°C above average on Sunday, surpassing the melting threshold for ice. According to European and U.S. weather models, regions north of Svalbard, Norway, had already experienced an 18°C temperature anomaly on Saturday, bringing actual readings dangerously close to 0°C. By Sunday, the anomaly had exceeded 20°C, marking one of the most extreme winter warming events recorded in the Arctic. “This was a very extreme winter warming event,” said Mika Rantanen, a scientist at the Finnish Meteorological Institute. “Probably not the most extreme ever observed, but still at the upper edge of what can happen in the Arctic.” Scientists attribute this rapid warming to a combination of human-induced climate change and r...

Jan212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: One Can Turn Deadly

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As global temperatures rise heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke are becoming more common. While they may seem similar at first, the difference between these two conditions could mean life or death, experts warn. Heat exhaustion occurs when the body struggles to cool down, typically due to prolonged exposure to heat or intense physical activity. The core temperature rises, but remains under 40°C. Symptoms include weakness, nausea, intense thirst, and dizziness, but the individual’s mental clarity remains unaffected. Heat stroke, on the other hand, is far more severe and classified as a medical emergency. When the body’s core temperature surpasses 40°C, the results can be catastrophic, with symptoms such as confusion, seizures, and loss of consciousness. With...

Sep282024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Extreme Weather Events in South America Triple in Frequency Since 1970

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The frequency of days with extreme heat, dryness, and high fire risk has tripled in certain parts of South America since 1970, according to recent research. The study highlights that while the continent is warming at the same rate as the global average, specific regions are increasingly vulnerable to the co-occurrence of these climate extremes, which pose significant threats to ecosystems, economies, and public health. The most affected areas include the Venezuela-Colombia border, the northern Amazon, and parts of central South America near the Río de la Plata basin. In these regions, the number of days with compounded climate extremes has skyrocketed from fewer than 20 to as many as 70 per year. The variability of these extreme events has also increased from year to year. Impact of ...

Aug132024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Urban Growth Intensifies Drought Conditions: New Study Reveals How Cities Like Sydney Are Increasing Water Stress and Heat

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A groundbreaking study from China has uncovered alarming evidence that the rapid growth of cities worldwide is significantly contributing to more intense drought conditions, particularly in urban areas. This phenomenon is exacerbating urban heat and water stress, highlighting the urgent need to rethink how we design and build our cities to ensure they are more livable and resilient in the face of climate change. The study, which analyzed an extensive 40 years of weather station data from both urban and rural regions across the globe, reveals a stark connection between urbanization and worsening drought conditions. The findings indicate that larger cities with less green cover are experiencing even more severe droughts, with the Greater Sydney region being one of the most affected. Sy...

Jul112024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Less than a Month into Summer 2024 Vast Majority of U.S. Population Experiences Extreme Heat Wave

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Less than a month into summer 2024, an extreme heat wave has already gripped the vast majority of the U.S. population. Millions found themselves under heat warnings across the western U.S. in early July, while the eastern regions suffered through oppressive, humid conditions. On July 7, Death Valley hit a perilous 129 degrees Fahrenheit (53.9 C), a day after a motorcyclist succumbed to heat exposure there. Las Vegas shattered its all-time heat record with a scorching 120 F (48.9 C). In California, a series of over-100-degree days parched the landscape, igniting wildfires, while Oregon reported multiple suspected heat-related deaths. Heat Waves Sweeping the Globe Extreme heat is not confined to the U.S. In 2024, countries around the world have experienced unprecedented temperatures...

Jun72024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

New Delhi to Establish heatstroke rooms with fire precautions at health care facilities amid to National heat crisis

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As heat waves grip many parts of the country, the Center has directed states and Union Territories to review and ensure the establishment of dedicated heatstroke rooms in all healthcare facilities, along with critical fire and electrical safety measures. The temperature goes rise up from 46 degree Celsius above to 51 degree Celsius in various districts in Delhi state. The red alert were already given to the general public and municipalities. Dr. Atul Goel of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) held a virtual meeting with state and UT officials to review preparedness for heat conditions and review fire safety protocols at health facilities across the country. The Center has issued recommendations to state health departments to strengthen health systems against heat-relat...

Jun32024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

NASA Shares Stunning Image of Hurricane Idalia Captured from Space

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NASA's Instagram account recently showcased a breathtaking image of Hurricane Idalia, taken from the International Space Station (ISS). This image, posted by NASA Earth, highlights the agency's efforts in observing and studying hurricanes from space to better understand the impacts of climate change and improve community preparedness for tropical cyclones. In the image, part of the ISS is visible on the left, framing the large white spiral of Hurricane Idalia. The photograph was captured on August 23, 2023, by the ISS's external high-definition camera. At the time, Idalia was a Category 1 storm over the Gulf of Mexico, with sustained winds of 140 kilometers (85 miles) per hour. As the storm progressed northward, it rapidly intensified and made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region on Au...

Jun12024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

IMD Clarifies Temperature Sensor Malfunctions Amidst Heatwave in North India

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Nagpur: Following reports of record-breaking temperatures, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has clarified inaccuracies due to sensor malfunctions. On May 30, a weather station in Nagpur recorded an unprecedented 56 degrees Celsius. However, the IMD confirmed this was due to a malfunctioning temperature sensor. "The report of 56 degrees Celsius temperature on May 30 is not correct and not declared officially. The nearby functioning AWS at CICR, Nagpur, recorded a maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius," stated the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) Nagpur. Similarly, a weather station in Delhi recently recorded 52.9 degrees Celsius, purportedly the highest in the city's history. IMD officials later clarified this reading was due to an "error in sensor or local factor." ...