Colorado records hottest summer as prolonged heat streak continues
Colorado experienced its hottest summer on record, extending a 15-month period of above-average temperatures.
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Natural disasters and severe weather: reported damage, affected communities and disruption to everyday services.
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New Mexico faces worsening water drought crisis
New Mexico's water crisis is prompting calls for urgent action as drought strains water resources across the state.
Germany's largest volcano could erupt again, report says
A report warns that Germany's largest volcano could erupt again and compares its potential energy to roughly 500 atomic bombs. The supplied information does not indicate an imminent eruption.
Orange rain warning issued for three counties
An orange-level rain warning is in effect for three counties. The supplied information does not provide details on flooding, casualties or major disruption.
Rapid collapse of Hunga volcano caldera has major impacts
A report describes significant effects from the rapid collapse of the Hunga volcano caldera. The supplied information does not specify whether the impacts are ongoing or what areas are affected.
Plaskett Fire reaches 79% containment as Highway 1 closure shifts
The Plaskett Fire is 79% contained, while a Highway 1 closure continues or changes in response to the wildfire.
World is set to temporarily exceed 1.5°C warming threshold
UNEP says global temperatures are likely to cross the 1.5°C warming threshold, while limiting, adapting to and reversing higher warming remains possible.
Three additional volcanoes erupt after Sinabung and Anak Krakatau
Three more volcanoes erupted following activity at Mount Sinabung and Anak Krakatau in Indonesia.
Tornado observed in Stevens County as severe storm warning remains active
A tornado was observed in Stevens County, with a severe storm warning in effect until late Friday.
Firefighter dies and eight are injured fighting wildfire in Turkey
A volunteer firefighter died and eight people were injured while tackling a wildfire in Turkey.
August recorded as Earth's hottest month measured
Scientists report that global heat remained at record levels, with August becoming the hottest month measured. The finding indicates continued exceptional planetary warming.
Pemex battles a new oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico
Pemex is responding to a fresh oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico. The supplied information does not specify the leak's size, source or environmental impact.
Detroit crews clear tornado debris and hundreds of fallen trees
Cleanup crews in Detroit are still removing hundreds of trees and debris one week after a tornado. The headline indicates ongoing local recovery operations.
Lost camera captures rough seas before Shiretoko boat disaster
A recovered camera shows rough sea conditions before the Shiretoko sightseeing boat disaster in Japan. The footage provides additional context about the hazardous conditions surrounding the incident.
Flooding remains a recurring concern in Lagos
The Labour Party urged Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to address perennial flooding. The headline does not identify a new flood, casualty count or specific disruption.
Gann Fire prompts animal shelter emergency response in California
A California animal shelter received community assistance during the Gann Fire. The fire created conditions requiring support for shelter operations and animal safety.
Ross Fire in Texas grows beyond 90,000 acres
The Ross Fire in Texas has expanded to more than 90,000 acres, while hot weather is forecast to continue. The supplied information does not specify containment, evacuations or casualties.
Two EF2 tornadoes strike Alberta in July
Two EF2 tornadoes touched down in Alberta during July.
Intense rainfall hits Havana Airport
Havana Airport recorded 71.8 millimeters of rain in one hour. The available information does not specify flooding, casualties or major disruption.
Wildfire killed nine British expatriates from one Spanish village
A wildfire in Spain killed nine British expatriates from the same village. Families faced severe difficulties identifying and recovering remains, including one case involving bones found weeks later in a burned vehicle.
Laguna Beach declares local emergency over severe coastal erosion
Laguna Beach has declared a local emergency because severe coastal erosion and sand loss are threatening the shoreline.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms could trigger flooding
The PMD warned of heavy rain, thunderstorms and possible flooding. The supplied information does not specify the affected location or expected severity.
Possible tornado kills one and severely damages areas in Misiones
A possible tornado in Misiones, Argentina, killed one person and caused severe damage.
Earthquake in Nepal kills 157 people
An earthquake in Nepal has killed 157 people. The supplied information does not provide further details on damage or casualties.
Earthquake strikes Jakarta, Indonesia
An earthquake struck Jakarta, Indonesia, according to the supplied report. No magnitude, casualties or damage are provided.
Magnitude 6.5 earthquake strikes Java, Indonesia
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake has struck Java, Indonesia. The supplied information does not indicate casualties or the extent of damage.
Magnitude 6.5 earthquake strikes near Jakarta
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck near Jakarta, with tremors felt across Java and Sumatra. The new reports concern a separate, stronger earthquake from the previously reported magnitude 5.9 event near Darwin.
Super El Niño forecast for Washington this winter
A forecast indicates that a strong El Niño could affect Washington state this winter.
Ontario records more than twice normal August rainfall
Ontario received more than double its normal rainfall during August.
El Niño forecast points to wetter, warmer UK autumn
The Met Office forecast indicates that El Niño could bring warmer and wetter conditions to the United Kingdom this autumn.
Flash floods disrupt Atlanta area and halt airport operations
Flash-flood warnings were issued across metro Atlanta, and a ground stop was imposed at Atlanta airport. The flooding is causing significant disruption in a major U.S. transport hub.
September heat wave breaks records in Santa Barbara County
A September heat wave has broken temperature records in Santa Barbara County, California. The supplied information does not give temperatures, duration or reported casualties.
Bel Air wildfire reaches 40% containment
The Bel Air fire is reported to be 40% contained. The supplied information does not provide the fire's size, damage, evacuations or injuries.
Paraná activates crisis cabinet as tornadoes hit during severe storms
Paraná entered its worst day of severe storms and activated a crisis cabinet after tornadoes. The supplied information does not give casualty, damage or evacuation figures.
Nepal estimates $4.78 billion cost to rebuild after Himalayan disaster
Nepal estimates that reconstruction following a disaster in the Himalayas will cost about $4.78 billion.
Flooding in Uttar Pradesh evacuates more than 21,000 people
Flooding in Uttar Pradesh has prompted the evacuation of 21,350 people. Authorities have distributed more than 931,000 food packets.
Wildfire smoke and climate risks threaten Michigan vineyards
Michigan winemakers face increasing wildfire-smoke concerns, while wildfire displacement can leave residents away from home for months and expose insurance gaps.
Wildfire risk is spreading beyond the western United States
Wildfires are increasingly affecting regions across the United States, prompting broader public guidance on preparation and impacts.
Calls grow to decommission vulnerable Himalayan hydropower projects
A former Shimla deputy mayor is calling for the decommissioning of hydropower projects considered vulnerable in the Himalayas. The headline does not indicate that decommissioning has been ordered.
Boundary Waters wildfires threaten Minnesota forests
Wildfires in Minnesota's Boundary Waters area are described as devastating and significant for the region's forest ecosystem. The supplied information does not provide figures for evacuations, casualties or damage.