Powerful El Niño Could Exacerbate Global Hunger, UN Agency Warns
The World Food Programme estimates nearly 49 million more people could face acute food insecurity by the end of next year due to the weather event.
Climate & Environment News
Green Party Leader Declares Climate Crisis Britain's Greatest Post-War Threat
Zack Polanski, appearing alongside BBC presenter Chris Packham, called for urgent government action amidst recent heatwaves and wildfires.
Former Dairy Farm to Become Wetlands Nature Reserve
Avon Wildlife Trust purchases 44-acre property with National Lottery Heritage Fund grant to create a climate-resilient habitat.
Mini-Tornado Strikes Athletics Meeting, Injuring Volunteer
A sudden whirlwind swept through a children's athletics competition in Kent, damaging equipment and sending debris flying.
Isle of Wight Heathland Fire Flare-Up Caused by Underground Peat
Firefighters responded to a new blaze at Headon Warren where peat smoldering beneath the surface reignited a wildfire that previously burned for five days.
Interactive Map Tracks Global Wildfire Emissions Amidst Europe's Severe Fire Season
The Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service has launched a tool allowing users to monitor real-time wildfire smoke and emissions worldwide.
Interactive Map Tracks Wildfire Emissions Amid Global Blaze Season
The Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service has launched a new tool to visualize real-time wildfire smoke pollution.
UK Faces Worst Harvest on Record Amid Persistent Drought and Heatwaves
Farmers warn of significant crop losses and potential financial damage as dry conditions continue, while parts of the north brace for thunderstorms and flooding.
Tiger Shark Sighting Off Massachusetts Coast Suggests Warming Waters
The unexpected catch of a tropical species of shark in waters off Cape Cod is being viewed by scientists as a potential indicator of rising ocean temperatures.