Solar Panel Fire Forces Hospital Evacuation in North Yorkshire
Patients and staff were evacuated from Malton and Norton district hospital after a blaze, suspected to be from solar panels, engulfed a ward.
Climate & Environment News
UK Heatwave Echoes 1976 as Temperatures Soar, Wildfires Rage
Britain records numerous 30C days, matching 1976 levels, amid widespread wildfires and water restrictions.
Northern Ireland Officially Enters Heatwave Conditions Amidst Rising Temperatures
The Republic of Ireland has been experiencing a heatwave since July 9, with temperatures nearing 30C and potential impacts including heat stress and increased water safety concerns.
Fires Rage Near Paris, Officials Identify Spanish Fire Victims
Hundreds of firefighters battled two blazes in the Fontainebleau forest, forcing the evacuation of 1,000 people, while authorities in Spain identified victims of a separate wildfire.
UK Firefighters Battle Multiple Wildfires Amidst Extreme Pressure
Crews are facing challenging conditions as dry weather and high temperatures fuel blazes across the country.
Super-Sized 'Franken-Trout' Swarm Scottish Lochs Fueled by Escaped Salmon Feed, Activists Claim
Campaigners accuse aquaculture companies of contributing to an ecological imbalance by allowing fish food to leak, leading to abnormally large wild trout.
Sudden Gale and Heatwave Fuel Wildfires Across Europe
A meteorological phenomenon known as 'galerne' struck a French beach while thousands died from extreme heat across the continent, exacerbating wildfire risks.
Yoghurt on Windows Could Cool Homes by 3.5°C, Scientists Claim
A Loughborough University study suggests applying dairy to exterior windows can reduce indoor temperatures during heatwaves, with tinfoil offering an even more effective solution.
Britain Battles "Firewave" as Heat Sparks Widespread Wildfires
Record-breaking temperatures fuel the third heatwave of the year, leading to 19 active wildfires across the UK and extending heat health warnings.