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Weather volatility and DANA risks in Spain

6 clusters · 12 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Weather forecasts predict atmospheric changes in Spain for November

Weather forecasts for Spain have highlighted the potential for extreme weather events driven by DANA (isolated high-altitude depression) systems. In late September, forecaster Jorge Rey used traditional ‘cabañuelas’ meth

Italy weather: transition to severe autumn storms

88 clusters · 1271 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Italy weather forecast: mild temperatures followed by cold front

Italy is transitioning from unseasonably mild weather toward significant autumnal instability. Following an exceptionally hot summer—noted by CNR-IBE as the warmest since 1950—the Azores High recently provided stable, te

Super El Niño intensifies, threatening global food security

183 clusters · 1418 sources · last updated about 16 hours ago

Latest: El Niño drought threatens millions in Sudan and Ethiopia

The 2026–27 Super El Niño, nicknamed “Godzilla,” is reaching unprecedented intensity, with the World Meteorological Organization warning it could be the strongest since 1950. Global agricultural supplies are under seve

Super El Niño intensifies, threatening global stability

191 clusters · 2260 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Global climate records reached as El Niño threatens Latin America

The Super El Niño phenomenon, nicknamed ‘Godzilla’, continues to intensify, with experts warning it may become the strongest event recorded in the last 40 years. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and UN officia

Iran weather: extreme heat, storms, and widespread flooding

62 clusters · 33 sources · last updated about 24 hours ago

Latest: Iran weather forecast: Storms and heavy rain expected across multiple provinces

Throughout late summer and autumn 2026, Iran faced extreme environmental volatility, ranging from intense heatwaves and dust storms to heavy precipitation and flooding. In August, the country experienced severe heat, wit

Tropical Storm Vance threatens Mexico's Pacific coast

4 clusters · 106 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Tropical Storm Vance threatens Mexico with heavy rain and flooding

Tropical Storm Vance, which weakened from a Category 2 hurricane, continues to pose a significant threat to Mexico’s southwest Pacific coast. As of October 25, the storm is moving northwest at speeds between 7 and 11 km/

Global warming acceleration and rising climate risks

22 clusters · 464 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: United Nations warns of 2.6C global temperature rise by end of century

Research published in Geophysical Research Letters confirms that global warming has accelerated significantly. Between 2015 and 2025, the Earth’s average temperature increased by 0.35 °C, a notable rise from the 0.2 °C p

El Niño predictability and forecasting research

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: El Niño patterns and predictability research

Researchers from CSIRO and the University of Melbourne have identified a method to improve the long-range prediction of El Niño and La Niña events. By analyzing over 7,500 historical ENSO forecasts, the study published i

Kenya and East Africa El Niño flood preparedness

26 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kenya Meteorological Department issues heavy rain and wind alert

Kenya and Tanzania are intensifying preparations for El Niño-related flooding, with the World Meteorological Organization forecasting the phenomenon will persist through February 2027. In Kenya, authorities warn that app

2026-2027 winter forecast and NOAA outlook

18 clusters · 59 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: El Niño patterns expected to influence US winter snowfall

The Farmer’s Almanac and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have provided diverging and specific outlooks for the 2026/2027 winter season, both citing a strong El Niño event as a primary driver. N

US geographic renaming efforts and mapping disputes

23 clusters · 1120 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Donald Trump renames Lake Ontario for U.S. federal purposes

President Donald Trump has expanded his geographic renaming efforts through executive orders, sparking international tension and domestic debate. Following the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America” and

Seismic activity in Mexico, Central America and Peru

18 clusters · 132 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Seismic activity reported in Guerrero and Chiapas, Mexico

Seismic activity continued across Mexico, Central America, and Peru through late 2026. In August, a magnitude 4.4 earthquake occurred at 04:02 local time off the coast of Chiapas, with an epicenter 88 kilometers southwes

California emergency response expands for storms and fires

14 clusters · 123 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Southern California coastal flooding threat from king tides

The state of emergency in California has expanded to address a combination of severe weather, wildfires, and tidal threats. Following the impacts of Tropical Storm Rachel, Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed states of emerg

Pacific Ocean phytoplankton decline during El Niño

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: NASA satellites detect Pacific Ocean turning blue due to El Niño

Satellite imagery from NASA indicates that the equatorial Pacific Ocean is transitioning from its typical greenish hue to a bright blue color. This visual change is attributed to a significant reduction in phytoplankton

Balkans and Italy: Extreme storms, heat, and seasonal shifts

321 clusters · 884 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Bulgaria weather forecast: Warm autumn conditions to persist through October

Weather patterns across the Balkans and Central Europe have transitioned through cycles of extreme heat, severe storms, and seasonal shifts. Following the extreme heat and drought of August 2026, the region entered Septe

Severe weather and flooding in Chile

10 clusters · 269 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Heavy rains and landslides cause emergencies in Biobío Region

Following the severe weather in early October 2026, the situation in the Las Condes commune of Santiago has escalated into a major emergency response. After the mudslide and flash flood on October 8, President José Anton

European winter 2026/2027 climate anomaly projections

17 clusters · 92 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: European winter 2026/2027 forecast predicts split seasonal patterns

Meteorological projections indicate that the 2026/2027 winter season in Europe may experience atypical and volatile weather patterns. Initial assessments identified that an intensifying Super El Niño in the Pacific, comb

Weather variability, volcanic activity, and delayed rainy-se

18 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Indonesia weather and air quality report

Weather conditions across Indonesia continue to show significant variability driven by multiple atmospheric phenomena. In late August 2026, Tropical Cyclone Nara in the South China Sea triggered potential heavy rain in K

Hurricanes and extreme weather impact Mexico

211 clusters · 1143 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Mexico weather: Tropical storm Trudy weakens as Cold Front 2 brings heavy rain

Extreme weather continues to impact Mexico, driven by the Mexican monsoon, tropical waves, and the movement of Hurricane Trudy. Widespread instability has triggered intense hailstorms in the State of Mexico, covering str

California coastal sea level rise and erosion

7 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Pacific Surfliner rail route faces threat from coastal erosion

Oceanographic shifts driven by El Niño are causing sea levels to rise along the California coast. Initial reports indicated that Kelvin waves moving north from Mexico and Central America were expected to raise sea levels

US military anti-drug operations in Latin America

28 clusters · 396 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Ecuadorian judge clears 32 crew members after US vessel destruction

The United States is expanding its military anti-drug campaign in Latin America, transitioning from maritime strikes to include land-based operations. This shift aims to target the logistical structures of criminal organ

Pacific Kelvin waves and West Coast sea level rise

4 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Greater Victoria residents advised to prepare for rising sea levels

Pacific Kelvin waves, massive and sustained bulges of warm seawater linked to El Niño conditions, are driving sea level rises along the North American West Coast. These waves occur when trade winds weaken, allowing warm

2026 Atlantic hurricane season: First hurricane forms in Oct

38 clusters · 163 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Hurricane Isaias heads for Gulf Coast as first storm of quiet 2026 season

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, characterized by a historic period of inactivity, has finally seen its first hurricane. On October 9, Hurricane Isaias formed, becoming the first hurricane of the season. This developm

Global critical mineral demand and supply risks

8 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Critical minerals shift from green transition to geopolitical security

Global demand for critical minerals is rising due to the transition toward renewable energy, electric vehicles, and digital infrastructure. While life cycle assessments suggest the climate benefits of net-zero technologi

Extreme heat and record sea temperatures across Europe and W

13 clusters · 591 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Global temperatures reach record highs, exceeding Paris Agreement limits

The extreme weather pattern across Europe and the globe continues to be driven by record-breaking marine heatwaves and human-induced climate change. Following the confirmation that August 2026 was the hottest month in gl

Point Reyes Lighthouse volunteer program

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Point Reyes Lighthouse volunteer offer draws massive response

The U.S. National Park Service initiated a volunteer program at the historic Point Reyes Lighthouse in California, offering free accommodation in the 150-year-old landmark in exchange for 30 hours of weekly work. The res

Global extreme weather events

11 clusters · 395 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Alicante to invest 1.5 million euros in new firefighting vehicles

Global regions continue to experience diverse and extreme meteorological events. In Spain, extreme heatwaves previously impacted Galicia, Andalusia, and the Mediterranean coast, with 430 deaths attributed to heat in Anda

Mexican fishing industry economic and regulatory crisis

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Mexico announces October reopening of shrimp and tuna fishing seasons

The Mexican fishing industry continues to face economic instability and regulatory hurdles. In Sonora, coastal communities in Guaymas and Empalme have experienced three consecutive seasons of low yields for squid, jellyf

Monte Arballu shipwreck in Lanzarote

2 clusters · 75 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: El Niño phenomenon expected to persist through February 2027

The fishing vessel ‘Monte Arballu’ sank while docked at the Naos cruise pier in the Port of Arrecife, Lanzarote. The incident has triggered a marine pollution emergency following the detection of a fuel slick measuring a

Pacific Ocean tropical cyclone activity

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Pacific Ocean sees intense tropical activity with multiple hurricanes

The Pacific Ocean has experienced an unusually intense period of tropical cyclone activity, driven by an El Niño climate pattern and exceptionally high ocean temperatures. In early September, three simultaneous hurrican