Washington Wildfires Force 60,000 Evacuations Amidst Critical Fire Conditions
Major blazes surrounding Spokane have destroyed hundreds of buildings and left thousands without power as dry conditions and high winds fuel the fires.
Major blazes surrounding Spokane have destroyed hundreds of buildings and left thousands without power as dry conditions and high winds fuel the fires.
The reading of -84.1°C (-119.4°F) is the coldest globally since 2012, contrasting with widespread summer heat.
UKHSA warns of significant impacts on health and social care services as some areas experience nearly two months without rain.
Record low river levels and weakened dikes highlight Europe's struggle with prolonged dry, hot summers.

Fire crews continue to tackle hotspots after a blaze engulfed a significant area of coastal nature reserve.
Community members removed silt from Syston Brook, preparing the waterway for potential winter rains.
Amber heat health alerts have been issued for parts of England as temperatures are forecast to climb.
Northern Ireland agriculture minister seeks views on wildlife interventions to combat the disease, which carries significant costs for farmers and the economy.
Fires rage across Greece, France, and Spain, forcing mass evacuations and straining emergency services as the continent faces intensified climate risks.