Events for “heatwave”

At least 35,000 excess deaths recorded in Europe’s back-to-back heatwaves

True figure likely to be much higher as it only covers about half of continent and does not include August totals At least 35,000 more people died during Europe’s four record-breaking, back-to-back heatwaves this summer than would normally be expected, according to incomplete fig

Europe’s heatwaves threaten insurers’ earnings, rating agency S&P says

Rise in claims linked to heat-related deaths and illness, especially among older people, could drive up premiums Europe’s intense heatwaves could hit insurers’ earnings as companies face a rise in claims linked to heat-related deaths and worsening health conditions, the rating ag

Greenland meltwater is intensifying European heatwaves

The cooling of the North Atlantic is creating waviness in the jet stream and high-pressure ridging over Europe, a study finds

Major SoCal late August heatwave this week, with modest but growing possibility of tropical storm remnants affecting CA in September - Weather West

Major SoCal late August heatwave this week, with modest but growing possibility of tropical storm remnants affecting CA in September Weather West ‘Very hot or extremely hot’: Southern California faces hottest week of the year Los Angeles Times Dangerous Southern California heat w

Fridges for humans during heatwaves in Japan

A Japanese company has created a human-sized fridge, and workplaces across the country have been testing it out amid Japan’s current heatwave. Caitlin Brown has the story.

Sony's Reon wearable air conditioner saved my sanity through multiple heatwaves

Sony's Reon Pocket Pro Plus looks like an alien is attached to your spine, but it works.

Wildfires kill 12 in Algeria as severe heatwave sweeps North Africa

Twelve people died and dozens were injured as wildfires tore through northern Algeria on Wednesday, with authorities battling more than 150 blazes amid a scorching heatwave sweeping across North Africa.

How a new era of heatwaves could shake up the school calendar

Teachers warn it could be increasingly difficult for classrooms to function during the hottest months.

France links sharp rise in drownings to heatwaves

A government minister says people have been taking risks by going into the water, with 301 deaths since 19 June.

At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria

Northern Africa has experienced severe heatwaves this summer, leading to hundreds of fires across the region.

At least 12 dead, 54 injured as wildfires ravage northeastern Algeria

Six people in critical condition as a severe heatwave fuels 154 wildfires across Algeria in a single day.

In France, Brutal Summer Heat Waves Are Taking a Toll on the Flowers That Inspired Claude Monet's Most Beloved Paintings

The colorful nasturtiums at the artist's house and gardens have been hit particularly hard this summer as France grapples with a record 52 heatwave days

Reading & Leeds 2026: check out the latest weather forecast

After this summer’s heatwave, what will the weather conditions look like when Florence + The Machine, Charli XCX, Fontaines D.C., and more take to the stage this weekend? The post Reading & Leeds 2026: check out the latest weather forecast appeared first on NME .

‘Very hot or extremely hot’: Southern California faces hottest week of the year - Los Angeles Times

‘Very hot or extremely hot’: Southern California faces hottest week of the year Los Angeles Times Dangerous Southern California heat wave could bring 112-degree temperatures ktla.com Major SoCal late August heatwave this week, with modest but growing possibility of tropical storm

Protecting our ‘most vital infrastructure’: Pushing back on desertification

As heatwaves are turning deadlier, fires and disasters are razing cities — and rising seas are erasing territories — one environmental crisis remains dangerously overlooked: the degradation of the land beneath our feet.

'Breaking point': Extreme heat dries up Europe's waterways