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Saskatchewan is facing an increase in wildfires as dry conditions persist across the province. The Saskatchewan Volunteer Firefighters Association president, Louis Cherpin, attributes the rise in wildfires to the increasingly dry land and warmer temperatures. As of Monday, the province has experienced 83 fires, nearly four times the five-year average. Human activity is a significant contributor to wildfires, with actions like discarding cigarettes or burning debris potentially sparking uncontrolled fires. Residents are urged to take precautions by removing dead trees and debris from their properties, especially combustible materials like leaves.

As extreme weather events become more prevalent due to climate change, health professionals are being urged to help their patients prepare and reduce the risks associated with these disasters. Simple and cost-effective measures like cleaning gutters, installing blinds in windows, and sharing resources on home protection can significantly mitigate the impacts of flooding, wildfires, and extreme heat.

A sandstorm from the Sahara Desert has swept across Athens, Greece, engulfing the Acropolis and other ancient landmarks in red dust. The high concentration of dust particles has reduced visibility, sunlight, and air quality. Experts say this is one of the most severe dust events since 2018, with up to 200 million tonnes of mineral dust produced by the Sahara annually. The storm also triggered 25 wildfires across Greece, but no injuries were reported. Similar dust plumes have affected the Canary Islands and the United Kingdom in recent months, potentially impacting health and causing stunning sunsets.

Meteorologists warn that the US will face another dangerous wildfire season in 2024, potentially bringing smoky skies and hazardous air quality. While fewer wildfires are expected compared to previous years, any fires that occur could still lead to evacuations and health concerns. Smoke from Canadian wildfires may also impact air quality in the northern US. Additionally, certain regions of the country, such as the High Plains, Midwest, and western Great Lakes, face an elevated risk due to drought conditions.

A study reveals that climate change significantly intensified the 2021 heat dome, leading to a 34% larger and 60% longer heat wave. The heat dome, in turn, was associated with up to a third of the area burned in North America that year. The findings highlight the growing influence of climate change on extreme weather events and their potential role in exacerbating wildfires.

On Tuesday, skies over southern Greece, including Athens, turned orange due to dust clouds from the Sahara Desert. Strong winds carried the dust, giving the atmosphere a Martian-like appearance and engulfing the Acropolis. This is one of the most severe episodes of dust from the Sahara since 2018, according to Kostas Lagouvardos of the Athens Observatory. As the winds shift, the skies are expected to clear on Wednesday. However, wildfires, fueled by strong southerly winds, have broken out across the country. Three people were arrested in Paros for accidentally starting a fire. While another blaze near a naval base in Crete was contained. Greece has faced Sahara dust clouds before in March and April, and officials warn of increased pollution particles that could impact those with health issues. The country also suffers from regular wildfires, with fears of a challenging season due to drought and high temperatures.

Athens’ iconic Acropolis was transformed into a surreal Martian landscape as orange-brown dust clouds from the Sahara Desert blanketed the city. The dust, carried by strong winds across the Mediterranean Sea, created an eerie orange haze that obscured the city’s landmarks. However, a shift in the wind forecast is expected to clear the skies and bring cooler temperatures.

On Tuesday, orange-hued dust clouds originating from North Africa engulfed Athens, Greece, creating a surreal spectacle. The dust, carried by strong southerly winds, transformed the atmosphere of Athens, giving it a Martian-like appearance. Despite the stunning visual, the dust storm also brought concerns, as it triggered unseasonal wildfires. The dust storm is predicted to clear on Wednesday, but strong winds and high temperatures have heightened fears of a challenging wildfire season in Greece.

A large dust cloud from the Sahara Desert swept across Athens and the southern region of Greece on Tuesday evening, casting an eerie orange and red hue over the area. Carried by strong winds, the dust traveled hundreds of miles from Africa, creating a thick haze that obscured visibility and raised concerns about wildfires. As winds are expected to ease on Wednesday, the dust is anticipated to clear, according to local media reports.

Incredible pictures show the skies over Athens turned orange as dust clouds blew across the Mediterranean Sea from North Africa, engulfing the Acropolis. Strong southerly winds carried the dust from the Sahara Desert across southern Greece, making the Greek capital resemble Mars on Tuesday evening. Experts warn of health risks from fine pollution, while winds are expected to shift and clear the skies on Wednesday. In addition, strong winds have fueled unseasonably early wildfires in Greece, with 25 breaking out in the past 24 hours and three arrests made on Paros island.