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Australia battles a record-breaking heatwave that lingers across states
environment1 month 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
La Niña cools 2025 but planet stays on record-hot streak, scientists warn
environment1 month ago

La Niña cools 2025 but planet stays on record-hot streak, scientists warn

Global temperatures in 2025 averaged about 1.4C above pre-industrial levels, cooler than 2024 due to La Niña, but the last three years have been the warmest on record. Despite natural cooling, human-caused emissions continue to drive long-term warming, bringing the world closer to the 1.5C target and signaling more heat records and extreme weather unless emissions are sharply reduced and adaptation is intensified.

via BBC|
#climate-change#emissions#environment
DC Region Faces Extreme Heat with Temperatures Near 110°F
weather8 months ago

DC Region Faces Extreme Heat with Temperatures Near 110°F

A severe heatwave is affecting the Washington D.C. area with temperatures reaching the upper 90s to low 100s, feeling as hot as 110 degrees due to high humidity, prompting an extreme heat warning for Monday and Tuesday. The region is experiencing record-breaking temperatures and high heat indices, with health advisories urging caution and hydration. The heat is expected to persist with slight relief later in the week, accompanied by thunderstorms and potential record temperatures across the eastern U.S.

via The Washington Post|
#extreme-heat#heat-warning#humidity
"DC Heat Wave Peaks Today with Storms and Relief by Thursday"
weather1 year ago

"DC Heat Wave Peaks Today with Storms and Relief by Thursday"

The D.C. area is experiencing its most intense heat wave of the summer, with temperatures potentially reaching near-record highs of 104 degrees today. An excessive-heat warning is in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pop-up thunderstorms may offer some relief today, with more widespread storms expected tomorrow. Cooler temperatures and lower humidity are anticipated by Thursday, with storm chances returning over the weekend.

via The Washington Post|
#dc-weather#extreme-heat#heat-wave
D.C. and Maryland Brace for Triple-Digit Heat and Severe Weather Alerts
weather1 year ago

D.C. and Maryland Brace for Triple-Digit Heat and Severe Weather Alerts

The D.C. area is experiencing an oppressive heatwave with temperatures expected to reach triple digits today and tomorrow, potentially breaking records. An excessive-heat warning is in effect, and the heat index could make it feel as hot as 110 degrees. Vulnerable groups are advised to take precautions. The heatwave is expected to subside by Thursday with a cold front bringing relief and possible showers.

via The Washington Post|
#heatwave#public-safety#temperature-records
"Unprecedented Ocean Heat Streak Continues, Baffling Climate Scientists"
climate1 year ago

"Unprecedented Ocean Heat Streak Continues, Baffling Climate Scientists"

The ocean has been breaking temperature records every day for over a year, with 2024 continuing the trend of surpassing previous records by significant margins. The global sea surface temperature reached a new monthly high last month, contributing to a sequence of climate records being broken. Scientists are investigating the specific physical processes behind these temperature records to improve climate models and predict future temperatures more accurately. The abnormally warm tropical Atlantic is also setting the stage for a busy hurricane season due to higher ocean temperatures providing more energy for stronger storms.

via The New York Times|
#climate#climate-change#global-sea-surface-temperature
"Unprecedented: 10th Consecutive Hottest Month on Record Baffles Climate Scientists"
climate-science1 year ago

"Unprecedented: 10th Consecutive Hottest Month on Record Baffles Climate Scientists"

March 2023 marked the tenth consecutive month of record-breaking global temperatures, with a 1.68C increase from pre-industrial levels. Climate scientists are concerned about the possibility of accelerated warming, as the current trend exceeds the 1.5C benchmark set in the Paris climate agreement. While potential causes such as El Niño, volcanic eruptions, and solar activity have been considered, the core issue remains fossil fuel emissions. The scientific consensus overwhelmingly supports the need for rapid reductions in greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate further warming.

via The Guardian|
#climate-change#climate-science#el-nino
"Record-Breaking Pacific Storm Drenches Southern California, Flood Threat Expands"
weather1 year ago

"Record-Breaking Pacific Storm Drenches Southern California, Flood Threat Expands"

San Diego and other areas in Southern California have broken nearly 80-year daily rainfall and temperature records due to a Pacific storm, with nine rainfall records and 16 temperature records broken. The storm is expected to continue bringing moderate to heavy rain, with thunderstorms and a Flood Warning for the San Diego River at Fashion Valley. A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for mountain areas, with around a foot of snow already fallen in some areas.

via FOX 5 San Diego|
#national-weather-service#rainfall-records#san-diego
"Record Warmth: US Winter Disappears, Spring Arrives Early"
environment2 years ago

"Record Warmth: US Winter Disappears, Spring Arrives Early"

The winter of 2023-2024 was the warmest on record in the United States, with temperatures averaging 5.4 degrees above normal. This was attributed to long-term warming and El Nino, resulting in an absence of winter in many parts of the country. The warm winter has led to early spring leaves, mosquito bites in February, and record low ice cover in the Great Lakes. Climate change and Arctic Amplification are contributing to the trend of warmer winters, impacting ecosystems, pest seasons, and migration patterns for birds.

via The Associated Press|
#climate-change#environment#spring
"Earth Shatters Heat Records for Ninth Consecutive Month, Signaling Climate Crisis"
climate-change2 years ago

"Earth Shatters Heat Records for Ninth Consecutive Month, Signaling Climate Crisis"

February 2024 marked the ninth consecutive month of record-breaking global temperatures, with the month being 1.77 degrees Celsius warmer than the average February in pre-industrial times. This trend has resulted in the hottest 12-month period in recorded history, with global ocean temperatures hitting a record high. Experts warn that these extreme temperatures have significant global impacts, fueling extreme weather events and emphasizing the urgent need for drastic emissions reductions to mitigate the effects of climate change.

via CNN|
#climate-change#copernicus#global-warming
"Unprecedented Winter Weather: Heat Waves, Tornadoes, and Record Temperatures Hit U.S."
weather2 years ago

"Unprecedented Winter Weather: Heat Waves, Tornadoes, and Record Temperatures Hit U.S."

A historic winter heat wave has shattered temperature records across the central United States, with some areas experiencing temperatures 40 degrees above normal. The extreme warmth, fueled by the El Niño climate pattern and human-caused climate change, has also led to tornado outbreaks and wildfires. The heat wave is expected to continue, with more record-breaking warmth predicted for the central U.S. and a dramatic drop in temperatures in the Northeast as a strong front moves eastward.

via The Washington Post|
#climate-change#heat-wave#midwest