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Australia endures fourth-hottest January as heat and policy headlines collide
australia-news23 days ago

Australia endures fourth-hottest January as heat and policy headlines collide

Australia logged its fourth-hottest January on record as heatwaves pushed mean temps above average; NSW launched an on-site drug-checking trial at Laneway Festival, while a flood of political and policy news covered Liberal–National leadership chatter, debates over a ban on a provocative phrase, RBA rate expectations, and Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel switch, alongside local stories from Prue Car’s return to work to SA election outlook.

via The Guardian|
#australia-news#climate-change#drug-testing
Australia battles a record-breaking heatwave that lingers across states
environment25 days ago

Australia battles a record-breaking heatwave that lingers across states

A dome of extreme heat blankets western and south-eastern Australia, driving record highs (e.g., 50C at Andamooka and near-50C in parts of Victoria) and extended days with temperatures above 40C, plus dangerously hot overnight nights. Health impacts rise as hospitalisations increase and air-quality issues appear from smoke; major events like the Australian Open and Tour Down Under adapt to the heat. Experts say this is among the most significant heatwaves in Australia’s history, with hotter days likely to persist into autumn.

via The Guardian|
#australia#climate-change#environment
Chile hit by deadly wildfires as heat wave sparks mass evacuations
world1 month ago

Chile hit by deadly wildfires as heat wave sparks mass evacuations

Wildfires sweeping central and southern Chile have killed at least 18 people, destroyed hundreds of homes (about 300) and burned some 8,500 hectares, forcing roughly 50,000 people to evacuate. President Boric declared a state of catastrophe in Biobio and Ñuble, authorities battled blazes amid extreme heat and strong winds, and a nighttime curfew was imposed as firefighters fought to contain the fires.

via AP News|
#catastrophe#chile#evacuations
Heatwave Devastates Thousands of Flying Foxes Across Australia
environment1 month ago

Heatwave Devastates Thousands of Flying Foxes Across Australia

Thousands of grey-headed flying foxes have died across South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales during a severe heatwave—the worst mass mortality since the 2019-20 black summer—with estimates ranging from about 1,000–2,000 in SA, thousands in Victoria, and up to 1,000 in NSW. Volunteers rescued some pups, but many orphans face death from heat stress, starvation or predation, while researchers note that temperatures above 42°C dramatically reduce survival and nectar availability. Public should not handle distressed bats; wildlife groups report stretched capacity and no national rescue strategy, underscoring wildlife vulnerability to extreme heat amid climate change.

via The Guardian|
#australia#conservation#environment
Tragic Losses and Record Heat as Australia Battles Devastating Bushfires
world1 month ago

Tragic Losses and Record Heat as Australia Battles Devastating Bushfires

A severe heatwave in southeastern Australia has caused devastating bushfires, resulting in one death, over 300 structures destroyed, and 350,000 hectares burned, with ongoing emergency efforts and significant property and environmental damage. The government has announced disaster recovery funding, and residents are urged to stay safe amid active fires and poor air quality, as climate change continues to exacerbate such extreme weather events.

via The Guardian|
#australia#bushfires#climate-change
Over 30 Million Under Threat as Heat Wave Sparks Wildfire Risks Across the West
weather6 months ago

Over 30 Million Under Threat as Heat Wave Sparks Wildfire Risks Across the West

Over 30 million people in the Western US are under extreme heat alerts with record temperatures, fueling wildfires and monsoon storms that pose additional risks like flash flooding and lightning-induced fires. Tropical Storm Fernand has formed in the Atlantic, but is not expected to impact land significantly, while remnants of Hurricane Erin continue to cause dangerous surf and rip currents along the East Coast.

via ABC News|
#climate#fire#heatwave