New Delhi residents woke up to grey skies and a thick layer of noxious smog, for the tenth day in a row. Experts have warned of long-term diseases and even fatalities if such 'severe' air pollution persists.

Delhi air quality worsens: Ban on firecracker a big challenge

As India celebrates the Festival of Lights India's Ministry of Earth Sciences warns of another spike in air pollution in the national capital region. After a brief respite from pollution due to rains a thick layer of smoke is taking over the Skies of Delhi again on the day of Diwali. Haze persists on the Festival of Lights with air quality being recorded as very poor but predictions estimate that the air is going to deteriorate further.

India: New Delhi's AQI stands at 445: Nov 13

Italy is counting the high cost of extreme weather events that have ravaged the country this year, causing significant damage to urban areas and destroying crops in various regions. The effects of these natural disasters are set to run into billions of euros, with the largest insurance companies already facing claims exceeding €3 billion ($3.2 billion) due to floods and hurricanes that struck Veneto and Emilia Romagna earlier this year, Bloomberg cited a report by Sole 24 Ore.

The recent onslaught of severe weather, including deadly rains in Tuscany and northern regions, has further escalated the financial toll. These rains claimed the lives of seven people and have resulted in damages that have already been estimated at over €300 million, according to the Civil Protection Agency. In response, the Italian government has allocated approximately €5 million in aid with a promise of more to support those affected.

According to Bloomberg, Italian authorities have connected the Tuscany weather event to a worrying trend known as "tropicalisation." These storms came on the heels of Italy experiencing its hottest October on record, according to the agriculture association Coldiretti, which estimates that the cost to Italy's agricultural sector from flooding exceeds €6 billion for the year.

The repercussions of this devastation extend beyond just the impact on crops and harvests; they also affect stocks stored in warehouses that have been inundated, as highlighted by Coldiretti.

As the weather alerts remain active in Tuscany and central Italy, the final financial toll of these disasters is yet to be determined. It will become clearer in the coming days. Nevertheless, the impact on major insurance companies has already been felt through their earnings and forecasts.

In particular, shares of Assicurazioni Generali, one of Italy's largest insurers, took a hit at the end of October as they recorded losses of about €840 million from natural catastrophes, surpassing the annual budget.

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Italy is counting the high cost of extreme weather events that have ravaged the country this year, causing significant damage to urban areas and destroying crops in various regions.

Italy is counting the high cost of extreme weather events that have ravaged the country this year, causing significant damage to urban areas and destroying crops in various regions. The effects of these natural disasters are set to run into billions of euros, with the largest insurance companies already facing claims exceeding €3 billion ($3.2 billion) due to floods and hurricanes that struck Veneto and Emilia Romagna earlier this year, Bloomberg cited a report by Sole 24 Ore. The recent onslaught of severe weather, including deadly rains in Tuscany and northern regions, has further escalated the financial toll. These rains claimed the lives of seven people and have resulted in damages that have already been estimated at over €300 million, according to the Civil Protection Agency. In response, the Italian government has allocated approximately €5 million in aid with a promise of more to support those affected. According to Bloomberg, Italian authorities have connected the Tuscany weather event to a worrying trend known as "tropicalisation." These storms came on the heels of Italy experiencing its hottest October on record, according to the agriculture association Coldiretti, which estimates that the cost to Italy's agricultural sector from flooding exceeds €6 billion for the year. The repercussions of this devastation extend beyond just the impact on crops and harvests; they also affect stocks stored in warehouses that have been inundated, as highlighted by Coldiretti. As the weather alerts remain active in Tuscany and central Italy, the final financial toll of these disasters is yet to be determined. It will become clearer in the coming days. Nevertheless, the impact on major insurance companies has already been felt through their earnings and forecasts. In particular, shares of Assicurazioni Generali, one of Italy's largest insurers, took a hit at the end of October as they recorded losses of about €840 million from natural catastrophes, surpassing the annual budget. (With inputs from Bloomberg) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Italy grapples with billions in losses from severe flooding and extreme weather

With winter just around the corner, Delhi has once again been enveloped in a thick layer of smog as the air quality plummeted to 'severe' category. Here are some of the things that you need to know about the situation.

India: East Delhi AQI levels breach 999 mark

A severe weather warning has been issued by Britain's Met Office as Storm Babet was due to make landfall in Scotland on Thursday evening.

Storm Babet latest: Rare red weather warning in place for Scotland

As tourism in the Kashmir valley reached new peaks this year, the government has added one more experience for the locals and tourists. The Indian Railways kickstarted an all-weather glass-ceiling AC train called Vistadome Coach in the valley. This will be a unique experience for the visitors to get a view of Kashmir's landscape through a glass coach.

To witness the breathtaking views of the valley's landscape, the Vistadome will run along a 90 kilometres track from Banihal in South Kashmir to Budgam in central Kashmir.

Vistadome has been fitted with double-wide reclining seats that can rotate 360 degrees and will provide the passengers with a panoramic view of the Kashmir landscape.

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The J&amp;K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday (Oct 19) inaugurated the Vistadome coach in the Kashmir valley from Srinagar's railway station.

''Vistadome Coach is a state-of-the-art train with advanced features of entertainment and sitting. Local travellers and tourists travelling in Vistadome Coach will enjoy the modern-day travel experience in the valley and feel the natural beauty right from Budgam, Qazigund, and Banihal very closely. Vistadome coach offers 360-degree views of the train journey with huge glass windows. The new train will start from Budgam to Banihal while time is not far when the train will connect Kashmir with Kanyakumari,'' said Sinha.

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The government said that post the G-20 working group meeting, which was held in the valley, the number of foreign tourist arrivals has gone up by 350 percent.

According to the government, last year 18.8 million tourist arrivals took place. This year. 17 million&nbsp;tourists have visited J&amp;K till September 30. The government expects the number to cross 22.5 million in 2023.&nbsp;

Vistadome has glass ceilings, automatic sliding doors, luggage racks, LED, and a GPS-enabled information system.

The officials with Indian Railways said that the coaches are fitted with air conditioning for the upcoming&nbsp;harsh winters in the Kashmir valley. The train will run all through the year and a lot of people are waiting for the valley to be covered with snow to get the experience of Switzerland in Kashmir.

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''Vistadome coach has wide windows, glass top, rotating chairs and air conditioning. To get the panoramic look of the beautiful locales of Kashmir valley will be witnessed by visitors on this train. It will help in boosting the tourism of the valley. There was a lot of demand from tourists and the public that they could get a view of the Kashmir valley, especially during the winter season when it is covered by snow. It will run from Budgam to Banihal. The fare would be 930 rupees (or $11.19), '' said Saqib Yousuf Yatoo, Chief Area Manager.

The Vistadome is expected to add to the tourism of Kashmir valley, the tourism stakeholders as well as the tourism department are hopeful that this will boost tourism in the Valley. Vistadome would be a completely new experience for the visitors coming to Kashmir valley as they get to see the mountain ranges, paddy fields, apple orchards, saffron fields and most importantly the snow-clad valley.

The former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, also a Member of Parliament, Farooq Abdullah took the first ride of the Vistadome from Srinagar while appreciating the step.

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As tourism in the Kashmir valley reached new peaks this year, the government has added one more experience for the locals and tourists. The Indian Railways kickstarted an all-weather glass-ceiling AC train called Vistadome Coach in the valley.

As tourism in the Kashmir valley reached new peaks this year, the government has added one more experience for the locals and tourists. The Indian Railways kickstarted an all-weather glass-ceiling AC train called Vistadome Coach in the valley. This will be a unique experience for the visitors to get a view of Kashmir's landscape through a glass coach. To witness the breathtaking views of the valley's landscape, the Vistadome will run along a 90 kilometres track from Banihal in South Kashmir to Budgam in central Kashmir. Vistadome has been fitted with double-wide reclining seats that can rotate 360 degrees and will provide the passengers with a panoramic view of the Kashmir landscape. Also Read | Modi pledges humanitarian aid to Palestinians in talks with President Abbas The J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday (Oct 19) inaugurated the Vistadome coach in the Kashmir valley from Srinagar's railway station. ''Vistadome Coach is a state-of-the-art train with advanced features of entertainment and sitting. Local travellers and tourists travelling in Vistadome Coach will enjoy the modern-day travel experience in the valley and feel the natural beauty right from Budgam, Qazigund, and Banihal very closely. Vistadome coach offers 360-degree views of the train journey with huge glass windows. The new train will start from Budgam to Banihal while time is not far when the train will connect Kashmir with Kanyakumari,'' said Sinha. Also Read | 'Any help from New Delhi is welcome' for release of over 200 hostages, says Israel envoy to India The government said that post the G-20 working group meeting, which was held in the valley, the number of foreign tourist arrivals has gone up by 350 percent. According to the government, last year 18.8 million tourist arrivals took place. This year. 17 million tourists have visited J&K till September 30. The government expects the number to cross 22.5 million in 2023. Vistadome has glass ceilings, automatic sliding doors, luggage racks, LED, and a GPS-enabled information system. The officials with Indian Railways said that the coaches are fitted with air conditioning for the upcoming harsh winters in the Kashmir valley. The train will run all through the year and a lot of people are waiting for the valley to be covered with snow to get the experience of Switzerland in Kashmir. Watch | Scientists surprised by source of largest quake detected on Mars × ''Vistadome coach has wide windows, glass top, rotating chairs and air conditioning. To get the panoramic look of the beautiful locales of Kashmir valley will be witnessed by visitors on this train. It will help in boosting the tourism of the valley. There was a lot of demand from tourists and the public that they could get a view of the Kashmir valley, especially during the winter season when it is covered by snow. It will run from Budgam to Banihal. The fare would be 930 rupees (or $11.19), '' said Saqib Yousuf Yatoo, Chief Area Manager. The Vistadome is expected to add to the tourism of Kashmir valley, the tourism stakeholders as well as the tourism department are hopeful that this will boost tourism in the Valley. Vistadome would be a completely new experience for the visitors coming to Kashmir valley as they get to see the mountain ranges, paddy fields, apple orchards, saffron fields and most importantly the snow-clad valley. The former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, also a Member of Parliament, Farooq Abdullah took the first ride of the Vistadome from Srinagar while appreciating the step. The train will operate for six days a week. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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SA vs NED head-to-head - World Cup 2023: South Africa will lock horns with the Netherlands in the 15th ICC ODI World Cup 2023 match. The tournament did not start well for the Dutch side.

SA vs NED head-to-head - World Cup 2023: South Africa will lock horns with the Netherlands in the 15th ICC ODI World Cup 2023 match. The tournament did not start well for the Dutch side. They suffered defeats from Pakistan and New Zealand in their first two matches. Meanwhile, South Africa kickstarted their World Cup 2023 campaign by beating Sri Lanka and Australia. The Proteas set a formidable target of 312 runs in their match against Australia. Quinton de Kock has been in excellent form, already earning two World Cup centuries. In the upcoming match, the Netherlands will seek to open their account with a win in the World Cup 2023, while South Africa will look forward to continuing their momentum. Here's everything you need to know about SA vs NED ICC World Cup 2023. SA vs NED World Cup 2023 Match Details Match: South Africa vs the Netherlands, 15th match, ICC World Cup 2023 Date: Tuesday, October 17 Time: 02:00 pm IST Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala ALSO READ | World Cup 2023: Mitchell Starc threatens runout at non-striker's end to Sri Lankan batter - WATCH SA vs NED World Cup 2023 Probable Playing XI South Africa: Quinton De Kock, Temba Bavuma, Rassie Van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Henrich Klassen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Gerald Coetzee, Tabraiz Shamsi, Kagiso Rabada Netherlands: Vikramjit Singh, Max O’Dowd, Wesley Barresi, Bas de Leede, Scott Edwards (c) (wk), Colin Ackermann, Logan van Beek, Roelof van der Merwe, Paul van Meekeren, Ryan Klein, Aryan Dutt SA vs NED Head-to-Head Stats South Africa and the Netherlands have crossed paths seven times in ODI-format matches. South Africa has six out of seven matches against the Netherlands, and only one game has ended with no result. ALSO READ | ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming for FREE: When & where to watch Cricket ODI World Cup live on mobile APP, TV SA vs NED World Cup 2023 Weather Report According to AccuWeather, Dharamshala will have a partly sunny sky with thunderstorms in parts of the city. The probability of precipitation is 55 per cent with 66 per cent humidity. The minimum and maximum temperatures will be 10 and 17 degrees Celsius. SA vs NED World Cup 2023 Pitch Report The pitch at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala, favours the batters. However, the seamers can also find good pace and bounce as the game progresses. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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NZ vs NED head-to-head: New Zealand and the Netherlands will clash in the sixth match of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 on Monday, October 9. The Kiwis began their World Cup campaign with a dominant victory over the defending champions, England.

NZ vs NED head-to-head: New Zealand and the Netherlands will clash in the sixth match of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 on Monday, October 9. The Kiwis began their World Cup campaign with a dominant victory over the defending champions, England. Meanwhile, the Netherlands suffered a loss against Pakistan in their opening match. NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 Match Details Match: New Zealand vs Netherlands, ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023 Date: Monday, October 9 Time: 02:00 pm IST Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Ahmedabad NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 Probable Playing XI New Zealand: Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (c & wk), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Trent Boult Netherlands: Vikramjit Singh, Max ODowd, Colin Ackermann, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Bas de Leede, Teja Nidamanuru, Saqib Zulfiqar, Logan van Beek, Roelof van der Merwe, Aryan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren ALSO READ | ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming for FREE: When & where to watch Cricket ODI World Cup live on mobile APP, TV NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 Head to Head New Zealand has defeated the Netherlands in all four ODI matches they have clashed in. Among these four games, three were in New Zealand, and one was at a neutral venue. The last time New Zealand and the Netherlands clashed was in 2022 for a three-match ODI series from March 29 to April 4. New Zealand won the series by 3-0. Although the Netherlands gives tough competition to New Zealand, the Dutch side has never won a single match against the Black Caps. NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 Weather Forecast AccuWeather said the weather will be hazy on Monday afternoon in Hyderabad. There are no chances of rain washing out the match. The probability of precipitation is only two per cent. Humidity will be 53 per cent, and the cloud cover will be 37 per cent. The maximum temperature will be 34 degrees Celsius, and the minimum will be 22 degrees Celsius. NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 Pitch Report The pitch at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad offers advantages to both the batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers can easily exploit the early seam and swing conditions. In the last World Cup match at this venue, Pakistan scored 286 runs against the Netherlands. Furthermore, the ground's big boundaries will enable the batters to take more singles and doubles. NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 Live Streaming Details When is the NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 match? New Zealand will clash with the Netherlands in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 on Monday, October 9. What time will the NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 match start? The NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 match will commence at 02:00 pm IST on Monday, October 9. What is the venue for the NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 match? Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad, will host the NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 match on Monday, October 9. Where to watch the NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 match live in India? Star Sports Network will telecast the New Zealand vs Netherlands, 6th World Cup match, live in India. How to watch NZ vs NED World Cup 2023 match live for free in India? Disney+ Hotstar will broadcast the New Zealand vs Netherlands, 6th World Cup match, live in India. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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At least 3,000 people were evacuated from the Spanish island of Tenerife overnight a day after a wildfire was sparked by unseasonably hot temperatures and strong winds, according to local officials, on Thursday (Oct 5). This comes months after the forested area was ravaged by wildfires prompting the evacuation of tens of thousands of people.&nbsp;

<h2>What is happening in Tenerife?</h2>

The Spanish island on Wednesday reported a wildfire months after it battled one of its worst in decades. The days-long blaze, back in August, destroyed some 15,000 hectares and forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of people, with most returning to their homes.&nbsp;

Emergency services, on Thursday, took to X and said that they had requested assistance from the army’s emergency unit after the blaze which ignited on Wednesday afternoon (Oct 4) was categorised as a high-level emergency.&nbsp;

Firefighters backed by six water-dropping helicopters were battling the blaze, as per media reports, after the wildfire broke out in an area of steep ravines in the northeast of the island. According to the government of Tenerife, the same area was badly ravaged by the huge wildfire in August.&nbsp;

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Earlier on Thursday, Lope Afonso, the vice president of the regional government of Tenerife wrote on Facebook and wrote that some 2,400 people were evacuated from the town of Santa Ursula, and another 600 from La Orotava.&nbsp;

An AFP report citing images and videos on social media said smoke was seen rising from a hill close to houses in a remote neighbourhood and helicopters dropping water on flames.&nbsp;

The seat of the fire “has been stabilised, we are seeing how it evolves to determine if in a few hours residents can return to their homes,” Blanca Perez, the island’s councillor in charge of emergencies, told local radio.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Gone well’</h2>

Speaking at a business event in Madrid on Thursday, the Canary Islands regional leader, Fernando Clavijo said that while the August fire had been brought under control, they had never been completely put out as embers were still burning in the forest.

He also reported that the overnight firefighting efforts had “gone well”.&nbsp; 
 
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“There is less fuel (for the fire), so it shouldn’t get out of hand,” said Clavijo, noting that most of the area had already been scorched back in August, as quoted by Reuters.&nbsp;

<h2>Heat alert</h2>

The Spanish island and neighbouring island of Gran Canaria have been placed under a heat alert with temperatures soaring above 30 degrees Celsius across much of the island. As per Reuters, the temperatures are expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius in Tenerife throughout Thursday.&nbsp;

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At least 3,000 people were evacuated from the Spanish island of Tenerife overnight a day after a wildfire was sparked by unseasonably hot temperatures and strong winds, according to local officials, on Thursday (Oct 5).

At least 3,000 people were evacuated from the Spanish island of Tenerife overnight a day after a wildfire was sparked by unseasonably hot temperatures and strong winds, according to local officials, on Thursday (Oct 5). This comes months after the forested area was ravaged by wildfires prompting the evacuation of tens of thousands of people. What is happening in Tenerife? The Spanish island on Wednesday reported a wildfire months after it battled one of its worst in decades. The days-long blaze, back in August, destroyed some 15,000 hectares and forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of people, with most returning to their homes. Emergency services, on Thursday, took to X and said that they had requested assistance from the army’s emergency unit after the blaze which ignited on Wednesday afternoon (Oct 4) was categorised as a high-level emergency. Firefighters backed by six water-dropping helicopters were battling the blaze, as per media reports, after the wildfire broke out in an area of steep ravines in the northeast of the island. According to the government of Tenerife, the same area was badly ravaged by the huge wildfire in August. ALSO READ | More than 26,000 people evacuated after ‘out of control’ wildfire in Spain’s Tenerife Earlier on Thursday, Lope Afonso, the vice president of the regional government of Tenerife wrote on Facebook and wrote that some 2,400 people were evacuated from the town of Santa Ursula, and another 600 from La Orotava. An AFP report citing images and videos on social media said smoke was seen rising from a hill close to houses in a remote neighbourhood and helicopters dropping water on flames. The seat of the fire “has been stabilised, we are seeing how it evolves to determine if in a few hours residents can return to their homes,” Blanca Perez, the island’s councillor in charge of emergencies, told local radio. ‘Gone well’ Speaking at a business event in Madrid on Thursday, the Canary Islands regional leader, Fernando Clavijo said that while the August fire had been brought under control, they had never been completely put out as embers were still burning in the forest. He also reported that the overnight firefighting efforts had “gone well”. ALSO READ | Spain's Tenerife battles 'out of control' wildfire as it spreads across island's north “There is less fuel (for the fire), so it shouldn’t get out of hand,” said Clavijo, noting that most of the area had already been scorched back in August, as quoted by Reuters. Heat alert The Spanish island and neighbouring island of Gran Canaria have been placed under a heat alert with temperatures soaring above 30 degrees Celsius across much of the island. As per Reuters, the temperatures are expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius in Tenerife throughout Thursday. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Spain: Around 3,000 people evacuated in Tenerife after wildfire re-ignites

India will set carbon emission reduction targets for four fossil fuel-dependent sectors. The latest development comes at a time when the Asian country looks to align its industry with the country's greenhouse emissions reduction target. According to a Reuters report, India will fix carbon emission intensity benchmarks and reduction targets for three years for companies in petrochemicals, iron & steel, cement, and pulp & paper. The companies in the four sectors are also likely to be the first ones to trade on the country's carbon trading market from April 2025, which will enable them to buy and sell carbon credits to meet their goals.

Industries to lead India's climate action

A new study in the US has found that nine out of ten adults have experienced at least one extreme weather event in the past five years. The study was conducted by the associated press and the national opinion research center for public affairs research.

US: Nine out of ten adults experienced at least one extreme weather event

A recent study has found that the most intense heat wave ever recorded on Earth was in Antarctica in March 2022, when the temperatures near the eastern coast reached 39 degrees Celsius above average.

A recent study has found that the most intense heat wave ever recorded on Earth was in Antarctica in March 2022, when the temperatures near the eastern coast reached 39 degrees Celsius above average. Some researchers at the site wore shorts, while some removed their shirts to loll in the warmth. However, scientists from other regions believe such a high temperature in the area was unimaginable, the Washington Post reported. Edward Blanchard-Wrigglesworth, an atmospheric scientist at the University of Washington and the study's author, said, "It was just very apparent that it was a remarkable event. We found that temperature anomaly, the 39-degree temperature anomaly. That's the largest anywhere ever measured anywhere in the world." Generally, the temperatures in March on the east coast of Antarctica near Dome C are around minus 54 degrees Celsius, marking a transition into autumn on the continent. However, on 18 March 2022, temperatures reached minus 10 degrees Celsius, warmer than the hottest temperature recorded during the summer months in that region. ALSO READ | Lunar soil? Low gravity? Why didn't Chandrayaan-3 leave India's imprint on Moon's surface? Blanchard-Wrigglesworth and his team studied how and why such an unbelievable heatwave occurred, especially when there was less sunlight. They found that extreme heat was part of Antarctica's natural variability. However, the warming climate did have the same effect. According to the study published in the peer-reviewed journal Geophysical Research Letters, winds usually blow from west to east around Antarctica, helping the continent to isolate from warmer regions farther north and allowing it to stay cold. However, like the heatwaves in the United States, the winds curled, enabling warm air from southern Australia to move to East Antarctica in only four days. Furthermore, the northern winds brought a lot of moisture, bringing snow, rain and melting on the eastern coast of the ice sheet. During the same time, Antarctica also experienced the lowest sea ice on record. However, the team suggested it was not due to the influence of the heatwave. The study found that the big swings in weather are not unusual in the polar regions. The research team analysed data from the global weather station and found the highest temperature changes from average usually occur in high latitudes. European countries or the United States never experience such anomalous heat waves. As we go higher in the atmosphere, the air gets cooler. However, high latitudes with snow have colder air near the ground and warmer air above it. In such spots, a warm air mass can dive in to replace the cold air and form warm weather. These events usually occur during or around winter. "That's what we saw for the Antarctic heat wave. These events erode that inversion," Blanchard-Wrigglesworth said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Poor weather conditions have impacted almost all matches of Asia Cup 2023. So far, rains have interrupted many matches, including India and Pakistan's encounters at the group stage and Super 4 stage.

Poor weather conditions have impacted almost all matches of Asia Cup 2023. So far, rains have interrupted many matches, including India and Pakistan's encounters at the group stage and Super 4 stage. During the Super 4 match between the two cricketing giants, the teams played the game in patches over two days as Rohit Sharma & Co beat Babar Azam-led Pakistan by 228 runs in Colombo on Monday. After India's thumping victory over Pakistan, the Men in Blue have secured the first position in Asia Cup 2023 Points Table. India has played only one match, and their Net Run Rate (NRR) is +4.560. Despite the absence of many key players, Sri Lanka has also performed exceptionally in the Asia Cup 2023. They are in the second position in the Super 4 stage points table with an NRR of +0.420. After their incredible victory in the previous match, India will clash with Sri Lanka on Tuesday, September 12. Here's everything you need to know about the weather conditions for India vs Sri Lanka Super 4 Asia Cup 2023. IND vs SL Weather Update: Will rain wash out the match? According to the weather forecast, the chances of rain washing out the India vs Sri Lanka match on Tuesday are high. Although the weather in Colombo is reportedly bright and sunny now, predictions suggest an 84 per cent chance of precipitation and a 95 per cent chance of cloud cover throughout the day. As per the weather report by AccuWeather, rain might subside later, but clouds will remain throughout the day. There are 60 per cent chances of rain at the match start time in Colombo. By 4 pm IST, the chances of rain will be 40 per cent, and by 5 pm IST, the chances of rain will drop to 34 per cent. Bright & Sunny Weather in Colombo #INDvSL #INDvsSL #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/8ev78itEHu — Cricket With Sajee ( Sajeewa Rathkarawwa ) (@SajeewaRathkar2) September 12, 2023 × The Indis vs Sri Lanka match, scheduled to start at 03:00 pm IST, might get delayed due to the expected showers in Colombo. Will the India vs Sri Lanka match have a reserve day? Unlike the India vs Pakistan encounter in the Super 4 stage, India vs Sri Lanka will not have a reserve day. ALSO READ | IND vs SL Live Streaming for FREE: How to watch India vs Sri Lanka Live stream on your mobile, TV & laptop What will happen if rain washes out the India vs Sri Lanka match? There are high chances that rain will play spoilsport in the Super 4 match between India and Sri Lanka. The Asian Cricket Council might suspend the match until the rain stops and continue later on the same day. However, if rain washes out the India vs Sri Lanka match, both teams will share one point each. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

IND vs SL Weather Update: Will rain wash out India vs Sri Lanka Super Four Asia Cup 2023 match in Colombo?

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