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environment-and-weather2 years ago•3 min saved

"Arctic Freeze and Storms Ravage Europe with Record Cold, Floods, and Stranded Motorists"

Scandinavia is facing extreme cold temperatures with Sweden recording its lowest temperature since 1887, while western Europe is dealing with deadly flooding. The contrasting weather conditions highlight the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, which are exacerbated by climate change. The cold snap in Scandinavia has caused chaos on the roads and led to at least one death, while the flooding in western Europe, following Storm Henk, has resulted in power outages, evacuations, and at least one fatality.

via CNN|

##arcticblast #climatechange

environment-and-weather2 years ago•5 min saved

"Nordic Nations Shiver as Sweden Endures Coldest January in Decades Amidst Icy -40C Snap"

Europe faced extreme weather conditions on January 3, 2024, with the Nordic region experiencing its coldest January night in 25 years as temperatures plunged below minus 40 degrees Celsius, causing transportation disruptions and school closures. Meanwhile, Storm Henk brought strong winds and heavy rain to western Europe, leading to flooding, power outages, and at least two deaths. Over 300 flood warnings were issued across England and Wales, and severe weather conditions affected travel and power supply across the U.K., the Netherlands, and parts of Germany.

via The Associated Press|

##arcticcold #environment-and-weather