A staggering 400 million children have been impacted by school closures due to extreme weather events since 2022, with a significant portion of them facing displacement and hardship. This alarming statistic, highlighted by Save the Children, underscores the urgent need for global action to address climate change and prioritize the needs of children in disaster-prone regions.
California is facing another dry start to its water year, with climate experts warning of potential extreme weather events. High pressure systems are delaying rainfall, while warmer temperatures could lead to more intense storms and a heightened fire risk.
Northern Italy is experiencing severe flooding, with the Tuscany, Veneto, and Emilia Romagna regions hardest hit. The floods come after weeks of heavy rainfall and storms, with some areas experiencing their third flood in just over a year. Scientists warn that climate change is likely contributing to the intensity of the adverse weather events.
A recent study by World Weather Attribution (WWA) found that climate change doubled the likelihood of the intense rainfall that caused devastating floods in Central Europe, killing 24 people. The researchers also warn that the cost of climate disasters in Europe is rapidly rising, with billions of euros in damages reported from the recent flooding.
Central Europe is reeling from its worst flooding in decades, with Storm Boris unleashing torrential rainfall across the region, resulting in at least 21 deaths and widespread destruction. Experts are pointing to climate change as a key factor, warning of an increase in extreme weather events as the planet warms. The EU is calling for urgent action to prevent similar disasters from becoming the norm.
A new study warns that extreme weather events will intensify dramatically over the next two decades, impacting nearly three-quarters of the world’s population. The research, published in Nature Geoscience, highlights the urgent need for emissions cuts to mitigate these drastic changes.
California’s coastline is enduring a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures reaching 100 degrees Fahrenheit even at midnight. This extreme event is raising concerns about public health, infrastructure, and the environment, highlighting the growing impact of climate change on the state.
Europe experienced its hottest summer ever in 2024, with record-breaking heatwaves and extreme weather impacting the continent. The European climate service Copernicus confirms that the summer months (June, July, and August) were the hottest on record, surpassing even the record-breaking summer of 2023. This unprecedented heat is attributed to the ongoing climate crisis, driven by human-caused climate change. Experts warn of the devastating consequences of these extreme temperatures, including increased drought, flooding, and heat-related deaths, urging immediate action to address the climate emergency.
Summer 2024 has been confirmed as the hottest on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2023. This new record, along with the continued trend of high temperatures, indicates the escalating impact of climate change. Experts warn that these extreme temperatures are leading to more severe weather events and increasing the frequency of heatwaves, droughts, and floods globally.
A new report by the World Meteorological Organization reveals that Africa is disproportionately affected by climate change, with countries spending up to 9% of their budgets to combat climate extremes. Despite contributing significantly less to global emissions, Africa is experiencing rising temperatures and extreme weather events, impacting economic growth and requiring substantial investments in adaptation measures.
