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fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

NYC heat advisory in effect as temps feel like 100 degrees

A heat advisory remains in effect through 10 pm tonight, July 17, as temps soar into the mid-90s and humidity pushes the heat index past the 100-degree mark.
New York City
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fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Summer storms continue in Germany as expected heatwave falls away

Germany experiences an unexpected shift from expected heatwave to upcoming cool, rainy weather.
Germany news
#public-health
fromeuronews
1 week ago

Heatwave compounds crisis for Gaza's displaced and injured

"The pain from the summer heat is unbearable. If it was the winter, I would not feel the pain, I could just sleep after taking my medication. Now I need a higher dose, but the hospitals don't have it."
Public health
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 week ago

Grass fire burns metres from houses in Hornchurch with investigation launched

Around 60 firefighters and eight fire engines were called to a grass fire in Wingletye Lane at 8.10pm yesterday. A video shows the flames could be seen from windows in nearby houses.
London
fromFortune
1 week ago

Need to cool your home? Try smearing yogurt on the windows

Applying yogurt to windows can effectively lower a house's temperature by up to 6.3 degrees Fahrenheit, as found in a study by a UK researcher.
Environment
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

TUC set to inspect offices to ensure people are 'safe at work' amid the heatwave - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Everyone should be safe at work, but working in a heatwave can be dangerous - especially when your employer wants you to carry on regardless.
Public health
#water-supply
#uk-weather
fromCyclingnews
1 week ago

These cheap frozen treats may be the maddest way we've ever seen to avoid muscle cramps, but they are on sale for Amazon Prime Day if you're crazy enough to try them

Dill pickle freeze pops are simply frozen dill pickle brine, claiming to help "prevent and treat muscle cramps" while also providing a way to cool down during heat.
E-Commerce
#climate-impact
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Hellish temperatures predicted for the Tube lines but which is the hottest one?

The Victoria Line has the highest maximum predicted temperature for 2025, set to reach a sweltering 32C in peak heat. From 2021 to 2024, it recorded an average of 28.1C in 2024, leading to numerous complaints from commuters during hot weather.
London music
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Heatwave sees demand for certain fruit reach unprecedented figures'

Tesco, the UK's biggest supermarket, noticed fruit sales soaring by nearly 10% during the recent heatwave. Fruit categories such as berries, stone fruit, and melons achieved record volume growth.
UK news
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Sophie White: I am willing to ruin my whole life for some sunbathing. As an addict the behaviour is all too familiar to me

Waking up feeling like coming off a five-day bender, I was dehydrated, had mouth ulcers, and my surroundings were chaotic, all exacerbated by the recent heatwave.
Mental health
#europe
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Extreme heat is our future European cities must adapt | Alexander Hurst

As the climate crisis throws its destructive effects ever more fully in our faces, cities during heatwaves are their own type of ground zero.
Environment
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#france
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

More than 1,500 people evacuated in Crete amid wildfire as Europe heatwave continues

About 230 firefighters, along with 46 vehicles and helicopters, were battling the blaze on Thursday after it broke out 24 hours earlier near Ierapetra on the south-east coast of the country's largest island.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.ch
2 weeks ago

The warming of Switzerland's lakes might be nice for swimmers but it's bad news

Lakes across Switzerland are experiencing record-high temperatures due to a heatwave, with some lakes exceeding 25°C. The increase negatively affects both fish and aquatic flora.
Environment
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

Heatwave hits German rail services

Extreme heat in Germany is expected to disrupt rail services significantly, especially in the western regions.
Germany news
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