The Northern hemisphere is experiencing contrasting climatic conditions. While Europe is baking due to sizzling heat, the American mid-West is experiencing unnaturally chilly weather for April. The stark difference is affecting wildlife and humans alike. Spain's citizens are sweating under the heat, whereas migratory birds in America are freezing in mid-air and dropping out of the sky.

Europe sizzles due to sizzling heat while U.S. experiences unnatural chill

Thailand is facing unprecedented levels of heat. This comes amid the country battling a drastic increase in respiratory problems triggered by a spike in air pollution. Since the beginning of 2023, 2.4 million people needed treatment for medical problems due to air pollution, as per health officials. This includes nearly 200,000 in the last week alone.

2.4 million people admitted over respiratory problems in 2023

The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), in its report, said that temperatures have increased across Europe in the last few years and the heatwaves have resulted in 15,700 deaths across the continent in 2022.

World Earth Day | Temperature rising in Europe, 15,700 deaths due to heatwave in 2022, says UN

The world could breach a new average temperature record in 2023 or 2024, fuelled by climate change and the anticipated return of the El Nino weather phenomenon, climate scientists say. Watch this to find out more.

World could face record temperatures in 2023 or 2024 as El Nino returns

Its summer season in India and temperatures across the subcontinent are on the rise sparking concerns of heatwaves and blackouts. The Indian meteorological department has issued a heat wave alert for multiple states since temperatures crossed 40 Degree Celsius in parts of northern India.

Heatwave alert for several Indian states

Many regions in India have been experiencing scorching heatwave conditions in the past few days, with officials issuing warnings for the coming days. India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert amid high temperatures in three Indian states—West Bengal, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh.

IMD issues heatwave warnings for many India states as temps nears 45°C

At least 11 persons reportedly died of heat stroke while attending the Maharashtra Bhushan Award ceremony at Kharghar in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. Several other people fell ill due to the scorching weather and were taken to hospital for treatment.

Heatstroke kills at least 11 during a state award ceremony in Maharashtra's Mumbai

As many as 11 people died, and at least 50 were taken to hospital due to heat stroke during an award ceremony organised by the state government in India’s western Maharashtra state.

11 die of heat stroke during government award ceremony in India's Maharashtra

As heat wave conditions are rising in several Indian cities, state and central governments have issued guidelines for coping with the adverse weather. The circular issued states that all schools should ensure there is no student assembly during the afternoon shift.

Heatwave in India: Delhi, Bengal, Odisha, other states issue guidelines amid severe weather

North India is likely to witness a hot spell soon this year, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) saying that several parts of the country will witness a spike in temperature in the next five days.

IMD forecast says heatwave will take over several parts of India in coming five days

Extreme heat waves are increasing at an alarming frequency. India is on the verge of becoming the world's most populous country. It also risks approaching the limit of human survivability. India is experiencing more intense & frequent heat waves. The citizens are bearing the brunt of sultry weather.The national weather office has forecast rising temperatures in the coming weeks as well.

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Adelaide has sweated through a 38°C morning, as millions of people in the country's south face the height of a summer heatwave. With temperatures eight degrees Celsius to 16 degrees Celsius above average, heatwave warnings were issued for South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, New South Wales, and remote areas of Western Australia.

Australia's southern regions swelter in the first heatwave of the season, temperature hits 38°C in Adelaide

In the temperate shallows of the Mediterranean, once-vibrant red and purple coral forests that provide a crucial haven for biodiversity now stand bleached and brittle, transformed into skeletons by record summer temperatures, scientists say.

Climate change: Marine heatwave ravages once-vibrant red and purple coral forests in the Mediterranean

The Great Barrier Reef, battered but not broken by climate change impacts, is inspiring hope and worry alike as researchers race to understand how it can survive a warming world.

WION Climate Tracker: Extended heat wave hits Australia's coral reefs

The effects of climate change are being felt around the world. Now, a new report claims that Heatwaves will wipe out 90,000 Europeans by 2100.

WION Climate Tracker | Heatwaves to wipe out 90,000 Europeans by 2100

The impact of Climate Change is being felt all around the globe. UK sweltering under a record heat wave. Meanwhile, wildfires continue to rage across Spain.

WION Climate Tracker: Climate change spells trouble for Europe

According to a report by the World Meteorological Organization, temperatures across Europe have climbed in the past 30 years at a rate that is more than twice as rapid as the global average (WMO).

Report: Europe's climate warming at twice the rate of the global average

France and Spain experienced abnormally high temperatures on Thursday, which attracted some beachgoers but also added to growing worries about changing weather patterns in Europe.

Unusually warm autumn in Europe raises climate concerns; UN warns of 'irreversible' climate breakdown

A study published in medical journal The Lancet has said that there was 55 per cent rise in deaths due to heatwave in India between 2000-04 and 2017-21. The study said that this in turn caused loss of income equal to 5.

More Indians are losing lives due to heatwaves, casualties up by 55%: Lancet study

International climate pledges remain far off track to limit rising temperatures to 1.5 degrees Celsius, according to a report released by the United Nations on Wednesday, less than two weeks ahead of high-stakes negotiations to tackle global warming.

Climate pledges far off track from limiting temperature rise to 1.5 degrees: UN

France continues to reel under scorching heat and the country saw record temperatures in September as the heatwave continues to drift up from Morocco. The Southwest region is the worst hit with mercury rising to 39 degree celsius.

France continues to reel under heat wave; Southwest region worst hit

The effects of climate change can be quite unbearable and the indicators are clearly visible. Heat waves, one of the strongest indicators of climate change are becoming more frequent and intense. China has logged its hottest August since records began.

WION Climate Tracker: China logs hottest August as it struggles with intense heat

The US state of California is once again battling major wildfires as hot, sultry, and windy conditions continue to make rescue operations tougher. Reportedly, two people died on Monday after a wildfire broke out in the southern part of the state.

Two dead in Fairview wildfire in Southern California

Brutal heat waves are affecting countries across the world. In the US, China, Europe, the scorching heat is unprecedented, unexpected and alarmingly prolonged. As our planet continues to heat up faster, the death valley has now recorded the earth's hottest ever September day on Thursday.

WION Climate Tracker: Death valley records Earth's hottest ever September day

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