12 h. ago The deadly hidden dangers of heatwaves – and how to keep yourself safe

Temperatures could reach 34C on Saturday after the mercury hit a high of 34.7C in the West Midlands on Friday

Events

33 h. ago Amber health alerts issued for UK as 34C heatwave sparks 'danger to life' warning

Weather warnings have been upgraded to amber for a huge part of the UK this morning, with the warning set to last throughout the weekend

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3 d. ago Climate change tripled deaths in European cities during recent heatwaves – study

Scientists warn heatwaves are ‘quietly devastating’ and show how dangerous climate change already is with 1.3C of global warming.

Society

4 d. ago Marseille fire forces hundreds to evacuate, destroys homes and grounds flights

Fire has brought many of the city’s services to a halt, with all flights cancelled at Marseille airportA fast-moving wildfire on the outskirts of France’s second-largest city, Marseille, has destroyed homes and forced hundreds of people to evacuate, as a heatwave and dangerous fire conditions grip the Mediterranean.Interior minister Bruno Retailleau said the fire around Marseille could be contained overnight if the gale-force winds fanning the flames weaken, as expected. So far, 400 people had been evacuated, around a dozen houses destroyed and 63 others damaged, he said. He added about 100 people had also suffered light injuries, including from emergency services. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago UK heatwave triggers invasion of thousands of dangerous stinging jellyfish

An early summer heatwave has seen Britain reach temperatures of around 34C over the last week. But it has also sparked the arrival of thousands of stinging jellyfish, lurking in waters around the country

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1 week ago Eiffel Tower closed to tourists, Spain and Portugal see hottest ever days

The dangerous heatwave is sending temperatures over 40C across Europe

Politics

1 week ago Common prescription drugs that can be fatal when taken in scorching 35C heatwaves

An incredibly common prescription drug taken by millions of Brits can have dangerous side effects during a heatwave like the one parts of the UK are currently experiencing

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2 w. ago Double 'danger' alert over heatwave and fire risk in Canary Island holiday spots

As temperatures are predicted to soar over the next few days, an 'alert situation' in the Canary Islands has been declared, with forest fires one of two high-risk factors

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2 w. ago Canary Islands 'danger' alerts as Brit tourists warned to do four things immediately

As temperatures are predicted to soar over the next few days, an 'alert situation' in the Canary Islands has been declared, with forest fires one of two high-risk factors

Events

2 w. ago The US’s June heatwave is a dangerous start to summer and about to get hotter

Extreme heat is bringing a stifling, dangerous, start to summer across much of the eastern US this weekA rare June heatwave is bringing a stifling, dangerous, start to summer across much of the eastern US this week, with forecasts for temperatures to get even hotter on Tuesday.On Monday, just the second day of summer, the National Weather Service placed extreme heat warnings in effect from the Carolinas to Maine, advising against any outdoor activities under the conditions.Eric Holthaus is a meteorologist and climate journalist based in Minnesota Continue reading...

Politics

2 w. ago Tens of millions in US face dangerously hot weather in rare June heatwave

Much of country from Minnesota to Maine under heat advisory as temperatures expected to pass 100F this weekTens of millions of people across the midwest and east braced on Sunday for another sweltering day of dangerously hot temperatures as a rare June heatwave continued to grip parts of the US.Most of the north-eastern quadrant of the country from Minnesota to Maine was under some type of heat advisory on Sunday. So were parts of Arkansas, Tennessee, Louisiana and Mississippi. Continue reading...

Society

3 w. ago UK drivers urged to remove 5 items from cars even if they are stored in the boot

Brits have been warned to check their cars for five everyday items that could end up putting your vehicle - and even your health - in danger ahead of the UK's looming heatwave

Transport

3 w. ago Dog owners urged not to do this in heatwave as hidden 'danger hour' revealed by vets

You might think heading outside for fresh air on a hot, stuff day indoors might be the best option for your furry friend but there's a much bigger risk that a hot car when it comes to walkies

Politics