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Temperatures in Europe went above 40C during recent heatwaves

Severe weather, heat among top threats to human health

The World Meteorological Organization has warned that extreme heat conditions are taking an increasing toll on human health and health systems.

Environment • 03 Dec 19

A young boy stays cool at Place des Nations in Geneva

Europe's record-setting heatwave spikes even higher

A dangerously intense heatwave across much of Europe has caused record-breaking temperatures in France, Germany and Belgium, impacting rail traffic and sending people in search …

Weather • 25 Jul 19

Two Status Yellow rainfall warnings are in place

Rainfall warnings in effect, ahead of warmer weather

Status Yellow rainfall warnings are in place for Cork, Waterford and Leinster today, but much warmer weather is in store towards the middle of the …

Weather • 23 Jun 19

The fire began in the Monchique area of the southern Algarve region yesterday

Over 700 firefighters battle Portugal forest fire

Over 700 firefighters are battling a forest fire in southern Portugal, as temperatures climbed to near record highs in the Iberian Peninsula amid a Europe-wide …

World • 04 Aug 18

People bathe at the Santo Amaro beach in Oeiras near Lisbon, Portugal

Sweltering temperatures grip Spain and Portugal

Europe's heatwave gripped Spain and Portugal today as governments checked for forest fires, a Budapest game reserve fed its animals iced snacks and a Finnish …

Europe • 04 Aug 18

Japan's heatwave is prouducing record breaking temperatures for the past two weeks

Temperatures hit record 41.1C in Japanese heatwave

Japanese officials have issued new warnings as a deadly heatwave blankets the country, producing record high temperatures in Tokyo just two years before the city …

Japan • 23 Jul 18

SSE said its UK and Ireland energy customer accounts stood at 7.45 million as at June, down from 7.77 million a year earlier

UK and Irish heatwaves melt SSE's profits

Energy giant SSE, which owns SSE Airtricity, here has blamed the recent heatwave and soaring wholesale gas prices for an earnings hit of around £80m.

Business • 19 Jul 18

Children playing in a fountain in Montreal as temperatures soar

Death toll from Canada heatwave rises to 33

A heat wave in Quebec has killed 33 people in the past week as high summer temperatures scorched eastern Canada, according to officials.

Canada • 06 Jul 18

Prime Time - Weather, Peat, Ryanair Strike

The latest on whether threatened strike action at Ryanair will affect your holidays. Also, discussion and debate on peat harvesting and the challenges of Ireland's …

Prime Time • 09 Jul 18

The nationwide hosepipe ban is to remain in place until 31 July

Irish Water announces nationwide hosepipe ban

Irish Water has announced a nationwide hosepipe ban will come into effect from 8am on Friday and will remain in place until midnight on 31 …

Weather • 04 Jul 18

People are urged to conserve water as heatwave continues

Hosepipe ban in Dublin to counter water shortages

Irish Water has banned the use of hosepipes in the Greater Dublin Area from next Monday, as efforts continue to conserve water during the current …

Weather • 30 Jun 18

People enjoying the sunshine all across the country yesterday

Temperatures of over 30C forecast inland again today

Soaring temperatures of over 30C are forecast in inland areas again today, threatening drought conditions in many parts of the country, and an extension of …

Weather • 28 Jun 18

Temperatures hit the record high in Heathrow this afternoon

UK records heatwave temperatures of 36.7C

The UK has endured the hottest July day on record with temperatures reaching 36.7C.

News • 01 Jul 15

Youths cool themselves from a leaking water pipeline during the heatwave in Karachi

Death toll from Pakistani heatwave passes 1,000

The death toll from a major heatwave in Pakistan has passed 1,000, according to medics and welfare workers.

News • 25 Jun 15

A man covers his face as he drives on a scooter in Hyderabad

Heatwave kills more than 1,100 in India

More than 1,100 people have died in a heatwave sweeping India as forecasters warned searing temperatures would continue.

News • 27 May 15

A man rests in the shelter of a tree in the city of Mumbai as the heatwave continues

At least 800 dead in India as temperatures soar

At least 800 people have died in a heatwave in India as temperatures neared 50 Celsius and roads melted in the capital, New Delhi.

News • 26 May 15

A fan covers himself from the heat with a towel at the Australian open

Australian heatwave set to worsen

Australians have been warned the worst of a severe heatwave is yet to come, with hundreds of fires raging in several states and temperatures nearing …

News • 16 Jan 14

More people have been taking part in water-based activities during the recent heatwave

Water safety appeal after five drowning deaths

Irish Water Safety, gardaí and coastguard units around Ireland have issued an appeal to people to be extra vigilant if taking part in water-based activities …

News • 13 Jul 13

Alaskans are enjoying record high temperatures of 27C

Alaska enjoys record high temperatures

The US state of Alaska is enjoying a rare heat wave, with temperatures topping 27C in Anchorage.

News • 19 Jun 13

A group of people cool off in a fountain at the Inner Harbour in Baltimore

Dozens of people die in US heatwave

At least 42 people have died in a heatwave across a number of US states as the region braces itself for severe storms in the …

News • 09 Jul 12

Power outages are causing havoc in the US, leaving millions without electricity

Millions without electricity in US due to weather

Utility crews are making slow progress in restoring electricity to millions of households amid a record-setting heatwave in the eastern US that showed no sign …

News • 03 Jul 12

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