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France restricts public alcohol consumption, outdoor sports as heat wave bakes parts of EuropeFrance is bracing for a severe heatwave, deploying emergency services and military forces as temperatures soar. Authorities are restricting...21 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST- FIFA World Cup to face newest opponent: Brutal heat and violent stormsHeat, humidity and thunderstorms are synonymous with summer in many North American regions -- and in a few weeks they could also threaten t...25 May, 2026, 07.34 AM IST
- Wildfire crisis: Hundreds of blazes rage across Florida and Georgia — what to know nowWildfires are rapidly spreading across Georgia and Florida, driven by drought, low humidity, and strong winds. Dozens of fires have burned ...24 Apr, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
- Extreme heat threatens global food systems, UN agencies warnFarmers and fishers are struggling as heatwaves become more frequent and intense. Yields are falling, and harvests are failing. The United ...24 Apr, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
- What is a Red Flag Warning? Meaning, causes and why this weather alert mattersA Red Flag Warning is a critical alert issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) when weather and environmental conditions increase the ...27 Mar, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
- 70,000 Americans could die every year from wildfire smoke by 2050, study warnsA new study reveals a concerning surge in wildfire-related deaths in the US, potentially reaching 70,000 annually by 2050. This escalating ...21 Sep, 2025, 07.40 AM IST
- As wildfires rage across North America, new study says smoke is 14 times more lethal than earlier estimatesA recent study reveals the deadly impact of wildfire smoke, linking short-term exposure to significantly more deaths than previously estima...18 Aug, 2025, 03.13 AM IST
- Toronto suffers world’s worst air quality as Canada’s second-worst wildfire season chokes nationToronto anticipates poor air quality this summer due to ongoing wildfires. Ontario faces a significant increase in fire activity. Canada's ...20 Jun, 2025, 12.42 PM IST
- Canada wildfires worsen air quality: Special air quality statement issued across Toronto, Quebec and most of OntarioEnvironment Canada has issued a special air quality warnings for Ontario and western Quebec due to wildfire smoke drifting from western Can...06 Jun, 2025, 08.42 AM IST
- $244 billion a year: The cost of Canadian wildfire crossing borders across US?A recent study reveals that wildfire smoke poses a significant threat to American health and economy, surpassing many other climate change ...05 Jun, 2025, 04.18 PM IST
- America is about to boil: Summer 2025 forecast warns of relentless, coast-to-coast heat with no cool relief in sightWeather Forecast: The United States is preparing for a summer of intense heat, with NOAA predicting above-normal temperatures nationwide. T...01 Jun, 2025, 06.52 AM IST
- Wildfire smoke linked to asthma spike in Canada, new study warnsA recent Canadian study reveals a surge in asthma cases during the 2023 wildfire season. Emergency room visits spiked during the initial sm...05 May, 2025, 07.16 PM IST
- LA fire: Here is a 5-step guide to keep your home and family safe from wildfiresLos Angeles County experienced seven wildfires over eight days, resulting in 25 deaths and burning over 40 square miles. With 4.5 million h...16 Jan, 2025, 03.27 PM IST
- California wildfire: Over 52,000 people killed due to pollutionMore than 52,000 people have died due to the California wildfires-related air pollution.11 Jun, 2024, 02.38 AM IST
- Canada wildfires: Smoke spreads across America; heat waves, health risks, air quality alerts, July 4 holiday flight schedules, all you need to knowCanada is witnessing an unparalleled rise in wildfires, scorching 80,000 square kilometers already. These fires have resulted in air qualit...30 Jun, 2023, 10.14 PM IST
- Protecting pets from Canadian Wildfire smoke: Tips to ensure their safetyAmid the Canadian wildfires, experts have advised limiting outdoor time for pets and monitoring behavior for signs of distress. Here are so...29 Jun, 2023, 10.12 PM IST
- US air quality: Canadian wildfire smoke affects Washington, Chicago, DetroitIQ Air's Air Quality Index in the US currently ranks Chicago, Detroit, and Washington, D.C. as the three cities in the world with the poore...29 Jun, 2023, 08.52 PM IST
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