Death toll in Hawaii wildfires rises to 93, making it the deadliest natural disaster since it became a state.

Maui wildfires among the deadliest in US history | WION Climate Tracker

Torrential rains have triggered flash floods and landslides in northwest China's Shaank-see Shaanxi province. The mudslides have killed at least 21, while six others remain missing.

China: Flash floods cause severe infrastructural damage in Shaanxi | WION Climate Tracker

Bolivia is facing weather extremes on both ends. the eastern part of the South American nation is battling with raging wildfires. While the western part is under a cold spell, experiencing unexpected snowfall.

Eastern Bolivia battles raging wildfires, western Bolivia faces a cold spell

Often referred to as the King of the jungle throughout history, these majestic beasts have been admired as a symbol of power, strength and courage but what if we tell you that these ferocious hunters are under attack?

Dwindling population of majestic beasts: Is king of the jungle under attack?

As extreme weather becomes more frequent and intense, scientists warn climate change is now contributing to becoming the worst-ever wildfire season.

Wildfires in 2023 & the role of climate change | WION Climate Tracker

Unprecedented high temperatures have the entire world in disarray. As tourists flee raging wildfires in Greece, U.N. Secretary General Antonio Gutierrez has issued a stern warning about the region's climate concerns, saying that the era of global warming has ended and that the era of global boiling has begun. The air is toxic, the heat is intolerable, and the level of fossil fuel profits and climate change in action are intolerable.

UN Chief talks about climate change, says 'It is here and is terrifying' | World DNA

In a rare win for an energy source not favoured in Germany's biggest region. Residents of a rural Bavarian village have said yes to the installation of wind turbines on the hillside next to their community. Economically prosperous and hungry for power Bavaria had been dragging its feet on the expansion of wind energy capacity, which is vitally needed for Germany to hit its goal of being carbon neutral by 2045.

Bavarian village switches wind turbines to become carbon neutral by 2045

Typhoon Doksuri has swept into china's southeastern Fujian province unleashing heavy rains. Violent gusts of wind whipped power lines sparking fires, uprooting trees and forcing factories and shopping malls to shut. Chinese state broadcaster CCTV showed boats tied to bollards in fishing harbours. Heavy storms leading to heavy winds caused several trees to fall. Buildings were surrounded by sandbags to prevent their glass windows and doors from breaking.

Typhoon Doksuri sweeps Fujian in China, uproot trees & create violent showers

At least 44 people have been killed, 42 among them being children, whereas dozens of others are feared to be missing after heavy floods in Afghanistan. Flash floods hit the capital Kabul, the Maidan Wardak and Ghazni provinces. The flooding brought further misery to the already suffering Afghanistan. In April, the united nation’s humanitarian affairs agency said the South Asian country was facing its third consecutive year of drought, its second year of severe economic hardship and the consequences of decades of war and natural disasters.

Afghanistan floods kill 42 children adding to ongoing misery | WION Climate Tracker

From raging wildfires in Sicily to violent storms in the North, Italy is facing a climate change crisis with casualties, evacuations and environmental damage. A state of emergency has also been declared in many areas of the European nation. The government is preparing emergency measures to help regions hit by the extreme weather.

Italy hit by raging wildfires & violent storms at the same time | WION Climate Tracker

The tragic downpours in South Korea have brought devastation, as the death toll from days of torrential rain grew to 39. The toll of this natural disaster continues to rise, casting a sombre cloud over the nation. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol blamed the authorities as they failed to follow disaster response rules. The incident fuelled questions about Seoul’s efforts to prevent and respond to flood damage.

Heavy rainfall wreaks havoc across South Korea, 39 dead

About 735 million people worldwide faced chronic hunger in 2022. The figure released by the UN is much higher than pre-pandemic levels. The numbers are a setback to the global goal to end hunger by 2030.

Number of people facing chronic hunger has increased by 122 million | WION Climate Tracker

A heatwave is raging across Europe, sending temperatures soaring across the continent. Heatwave Cerberus has the potential to break temperature records in Europe in the coming days. Temperatures are expected to reach as high as 48.8 degree Celsius in parts of Italy. A 44-year-old man in Italy died after collapsing while working in the sun at a town near Milan. The Italian met office says temperatures are expected to peak on Friday.

Cerberus heatwave sends temperatures soaring across Europe | World News | WION

When it comes to the fight against greenhouse gas emissions, one particular aspect has been left unaccounted- the world's armed forces. As per a 2022 report, militaries account for 5.5 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Activists are pressuring the UN to force armies to disclose all their emissions and end a long-standing exemption.

Militaries account for 5.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions | WION Climate Tracker

Heavy rainfall in New York sparked extreme flooding and triggered landslides in Hudson Valley and killed at least one. It also swamped roadways and forced road closures on Sunday night. The national weather service issued flash flood warnings across parts of south eastern New York, describing it as "life-threatening". Residents in various parts of the city were forced to evacuate and relocate.

New York: Extreme flooding prompts residents to evacuate, kills one

As climate change continues to unleash its wrath upon the world a weather anomaly has shaken the Mongolian capital Ulaanbaatar unrelenting rains have transformed this traditionally dry city into a watery battleground forcing hundreds to flee their homes and undertake a race against time to protect their dwellings according to Mongolian media, electricity has also been cut in a few buildings as a precaution many roads have been closed.

Relentless rain hits Mongolia's capital

Ageing and dilapidated infrastructure has led to intense water shortage in Havana, the capital of Cuba. Cubans are already going through a tough period -- waning tourism, the aftermath of the pandemic, US sanctions and one of the worst economic crises in the nation's history. but now, with something as essential as drinking water becoming inaccessible, tensions run high on the streets of the Cuban capital.

Drinking water shortage brings Havana's tense citizens to the street | WION Climate Tracker

Research into new applications for seaweed is flourishing. From carbon absorption to reducing methane emissions from cattle, countries are looking to Asia's savvy use of seaweed to develop their industries back home. Studies have found that seaweed can help plants grow faster. A green tea plantation uses it as organic fertiliser.

Japanese seaweed attracting international attention over potential to become super crop | WION

Searing heatwave has swept India's north over this weekend, the latest spell of unusually hot weather has cause 100 deaths in just two regions alone, since Thursday. The maximum temperatures sore between 42-44 degree Celsius in at least five states, according to the MeT.

India reels under heatwave conditions, 100 deaths reported till now

Devastated by bushfires, Australian community looks to brighter future through tourism.

Australian mountain community emerges from ashes | WION Climate Tracker

Unprecedented heat waves continue to ravage Asia. India, Pakistan & China set temperature records.

Asia’s record-breaking heatwaves

In the Pyrénées-Orientales region of France, the campsites are facing water restrictions due to a drought. Forcing them to adapt and save water. let's take a closer look at how they are coping.

Campsites in France tackle water scarcity

Japan has been rushing to dump contaminated water into the ocean. Experts and residents are urging japan to stop pushing forward with the ocean discharge plan, that intends to dump hazardous radioactive substances like tritium.

Japan's plan to discharge treated water Fukushima threatens Pacific Ocean | WION Climate Tracker

Three people died in eastern China after strong winds toppled a shipyard crane, the storms caused heavy damage across the country, including large areas of the farmland. Apart from the storms. hailstones further battered China's Jiangsu province, as it swept through multiple districts on Saturday. While much of the province also experienced torrential rain.

Three dead as hailstones & storms batter China | WION Climate Tracker

Hazardous air quality levels continue to overwhelm parts of Eastern United States and this has wave of smoke from the Canadian wildfires from across the border. The situation seems to be getting worse taking charge on the severity of the situation.

Canada wildfires: US President Joe Biden assured help as toxic smoke lingers into US

Allies around the world have promised to increase their help to Canada in its fight against deadly blazes.

Global help arrives as Quebec fights ‘historic’ fires | WION Climate Tracker

An eye-watering and cough-inducing smoky haze from Canadian wildfires is now starting to impact parts of the United States. The air quality spiked to unhealthy levels across the US as the cities there are choking on hazardous air across the Northeast.

Canada wildfires worsen air quality, 'stay indoors' alert in New York City | World DNA

The collapse of Ukraine's Kakhovka dam sparks fears of an ecological catastrophe.

'Ukraine dam breach an environmental bomb' | WION Climate Tracker

Monsoon is likely to reach Kerala in the next 48 hours as Cyclone Biparjoy intensifies into very severe storm, the IMD predicts.

Monsoon onset delayed in India | WION Climate Tracker

Systematic discrimination has forced hundreds of Rohingya into Bangladesh - and climate-induced threats are a direct fallout.

Climate crisis impacts Rohingya refugees

An eye-watering and cough-inducing smoky haze from Canadian wildfires is now starting to impact parts of the United States.

Canada wildfires lead to air-quality alerts in US | WION Climate Tracker

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