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en.rfi.frworld18 hrs ago
Wildfire Burns 1,900 Acres in Fontainebleau Forest South of Paris
A large wildfire began late Sunday afternoon in the Fontainebleau forest about 40 miles southeast of Paris. Officials described the blaze as very virulent and of exceptional scale. Firefighting operations continue as the fire spreads amid the region's third heat wave since May.
winnipegfreepress.comworld1 day ago
Fontainebleau Wildfire Prompts Evacuations Near Paris; Spain Reports 26 Wildfire Deaths Across Two Fires
A wildfire in France's historic Fontainebleau forest on Monday forced neighborhood evacuations and closed a highway section southeast of Paris. In Spain, two wildfires killed 13 people total, with 10 still missing from the Bedar blaze near Almeria.
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Yonhapworld1 day ago
South Korea Issues Highest-Level Heat Warnings for Gyeongsan and Pohang
The alerts took effect Sunday morning after the cities recorded highs of 39.9 C and 37.2 C the prior day. Forecasters expected temperatures to reach 39 C again on Sunday.
world1 day agoUpdated
High-Pressure System to Bring Above-Normal Heat to Southwest and Great Plains This Weekend
A strong high-pressure system will push temperatures 15 to 25 degrees above normal across large parts of the country, with the most extreme readings in the Southwest and northern plains. More than 90 local temperature records are expected to fall by Wednesday, two-thirds of them…
chicago.suntimes.comworld2 days ago
Forecast Heat Dome to Push Triple-Digit Readings Across Interior West This Weekend
A large heat dome will build over the interior West this weekend and spread eastward. Triple-digit highs are projected in several cities while extreme heat warnings cover parts of seven states. Newsweek reported the forecast from AccuWeather and the National Weather Service.
koreatimes.co.krworld2 days ago
Heat Wave Grips South Korea as Temperatures Reach 39.9 C
Temperatures climbed to 39.9 C in Gyeongsan on July 11. The Korea Meteorological Administration reported heat wave alerts across most of the country and warned of continued high apparent temperatures.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korea Raises Heat Alerts to Warnings in 116 Zones
The interior ministry upgraded heat advisories to warnings in most of the country on July 10 as apparent temperatures approach 35 C. The change follows monsoon rains that began July 8 and displaced hundreds.
freepressjournal.inworld4 days ago
Western U.S. Forecast to Reach 117 Degrees as Heat Wave Continues
Temperatures are forecast to reach 117 degrees Fahrenheit in parts of the desert Southwest on Thursday and Friday. The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings for millions through Friday night.
Newsweekworld5 days ago
Extreme Heat Warnings Cover Parts of Arizona and California Through Thursday
A heat dome is driving triple-digit temperatures across the Southwest, with some areas forecast to reach 118 degrees.
ocregister.comtechnology6 days ago
Trump Administration Directs Grid Managers to Require Backup Power Use During Heat Wave
The Trump administration has instructed grid managers to require data centers to run backup power systems during a period of triple-digit temperatures across much of the United States. The directive aims to reduce strain on the electrical grid.
usatoday.comworld7 days ago
Heavy Rain Collapses Part of New Jersey Store Roof, Ending Heat Wave
Heavy rain Monday caused part of a BJ’s Wholesale Club roof in Ocean Township, New Jersey, to collapse, sending a shopper and goods through water. No injuries occurred despite two people briefly trapped in debris. The storms broke a heat wave that may have caused 29 deaths in the…
winnipegfreepress.comworld8 days ago
New Jersey Reports 25 Suspected Heat Deaths as Dozens of Cities Set July 4 Temperature Records
Officials linked the deaths to a heat dome over the central and eastern United States. Record temperatures and storms also disrupted Fourth of July events in Washington, D.C.
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abcnews.go.comscience8 days ago
Heat wave death toll reaches 20 across eastern and central U.S.
A heat wave has killed at least 20 people in the eastern and central United States since early July. New Jersey recorded 19 of those deaths, while additional heat-related illnesses occurred at public events in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.
axios.comworld8 days ago
Record heat on July 4 gave way to storms and heat advisories across the East
More than a dozen cities set or tied daily high temperature records on July 4. Heat advisories and a slight risk of severe storms remain in place Sunday for parts of the mid-Atlantic and South.
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axios.comworld8 days ago
Heat Wave Kills at Least 25 as Storms Threaten East Coast
A weeklong heat wave continued Sunday with 40 million people under alerts across multiple regions. Officials reported at least 25 deaths, mostly in New Jersey, while storms brought damaging winds and flood risks.
abcnews.go.comworld8 days ago
New Jersey Reports 19 Suspected Heat-Related Deaths During July 4 Heat Wave
At least 19 suspected heat-related deaths occurred in New Jersey as temperatures hit record levels. New York City saw Central Park reach 100 degrees while subways and streets remained sweltering.
chicago.suntimes.comworld9 days ago
Storms and heat cancel July Fourth events, leave nearly 1 million without power
Thunderstorms and record heat disrupted Independence Day celebrations across the Northeast and Midwest. Multiple cities canceled parades and fireworks while nearly 1 million utility customers lost electricity.
ndtv.compolitics9 days ago
1 Million Lose Power During July 4 Heat Wave
A heat wave and severe weather left roughly 838,000 customers without electricity across multiple states on Saturday. The outages disrupted Independence Day events and prompted health warnings in the Midwest and Northeast.
news.sky.comworld9 days ago
Storms Leave 1 Million Without Power Across Midwest, Northeast and Ontario
Thunderstorms and extreme heat cut electricity to roughly one million customers from Illinois to New York and into southern Ontario on Friday night. Utilities reported downed lines as the main cause and warned residents to avoid live wires.
Nbc Newsworld10 days ago
Heat Wave Prompts Event Cancellations and Rail Delays Across Northeast
More than 110 million people are under extreme heat risk and more than 150 million remain under heat alerts from Kansas to Maine. Several East Coast cities are forecast to approach or break July temperature records on Friday.
washingtonpost.comworld10 days ago
Heat Wave Covers More Than Half of U.S. Through July Fourth Weekend
A heat wave under a dome of high pressure is affecting more than half the United States through the holiday weekend. Forecasters expect more than 300 temperature records by Saturday, with peak heat indexes reaching 115 degrees in places.
axios.comworld10 days ago
Heat Dome Covers More Than Half of U.S. Through July Fourth Weekend
A heat wave is forecast to set more than 300 temperature records by Saturday. More than 185 million people are under heat alerts across the eastern and central United States.
app.buzzsumo.comfinance10 days ago
PJM Grid Demand Reaches 163 Gigawatts During Heat Wave
Electricity demand on the PJM Interconnection grid rose to roughly 163 gigawatts on Thursday. The increase came as a heat wave raised temperatures across the mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
themarketherald.com.auworld10 days ago
Department of Energy Removes Energy-Saving Cooling Webpage
A Department of Energy webpage that advised setting indoor temperatures between 75 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit during summer days has been removed. The page had been part of the agency's Energy Saver guidance and remained accessible through early July.
thegatewaypundit.comworld11 days ago
Heat Dome Prompts Emergency Declarations in Three East Coast Cities
A heat dome is forecast to linger over much of the eastern United States for several days. New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. have each declared heat emergencies ahead of the holiday weekend.
bleedingcool.comworld11 days ago
Northeast Heat Wave Brings 38°C Readings to New York and Washington
Temperatures hit or exceeded 38°C across New York and Washington on July 2, 2026, as a heat wave moved into the Northeast. Le Monde reported millions endured stifling conditions while cities opened cooling centers and postponed outdoor events.
axios.comworld11 days ago
Heat Dome Covers Half of U.S., Forecast to Set Over 300 Daily High and Low Records by July 4
A heat dome covers more than half the United States with temperatures 20 to 30 degrees above average. More than 300 daily high and overnight low records are forecast by Saturday, July 4, 2026. Cities including New York, Philadelphia, Nashville and Washington, D.C., have issued ex…
axios.comworld11 days ago
Heat Dome Brings Dangerous Daytime and Nighttime Temperatures to Much of U.S.
A heat dome has settled over the Midwest and Atlantic Coast, producing highs in the low to mid 100s and overnight lows in the low 80s in several regions. Nighttime temperatures are rising faster than daytime ones, limiting recovery and increasing health risks.
axios.comworld11 days ago
Heat wave brings extreme temperatures to more than two dozen states
A heat wave that began in the Midwest on Monday has spread east and is forecast to continue through the Fourth of July weekend. Heat-index values are expected to reach 111 degrees in Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., on Thursday and similar levels on Friday.
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zerohedge.comtechnology11 days ago
Energy Department Directs Grid Managers to Use Data Center Backup Power
The Energy Department has instructed grid operators to draw on backup generators at data centers during periods of high electricity demand. The directive responds to record heat across much of the country. Officials say the measure aims to prevent shortages while backup capacity…
Fox Newspolitics11 days ago
New York City Mayor Issues 78-Degree Thermostat Guidance to Reduce Power Demand During Heat Wave
Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted guidance Wednesday directing residents to limit electricity use during a heat wave. The city will apply the same measures in municipal buildings and asked private partners to follow.
Fox Newspolitics11 days ago
New York City Mayor Tells Residents to Set Air Conditioners to 78 Degrees During Heat Wave
Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted guidance on X during a heat wave that prompted expanded city emergency measures. The post received more than 36.5 million views.
abcnews.go.comscience11 days ago
New York and Philadelphia Open Cooling Centers as Forecast Highs Near 100 Degrees
New York City expects temperatures of 100 degrees Fahrenheit and heat indices up to 110 by July 3. Philadelphia has adjusted World Cup events while both cities expand cooling stations and outreach.
Japan Timesworld11 days ago
June Heat Wave Breaks Temperature Records Across Europe
Record temperatures above 40 C disrupted power, transport and outdoor work in multiple countries. Spain recorded 1,000 excess deaths linked to the heat. The European Union has spent 72 percent of its 2021-2025 climate budget on emissions reduction and 18 percent on adaptation.
abcnews.go.comworld11 days agoUpdated
Dangerous heat wave to persist through July 4 holiday across two dozen states
A prolonged heat wave that began in the Midwest on Monday has spread east and is forecast to bring heat-index readings above 100 degrees through the holiday weekend. Cities from Chicago to Washington, D.C., are expected to feel like 110 degrees or higher on Thursday and Friday.
axios.comworld12 days ago
Northeast Heat Warnings Issued Ahead of July Fourth Events
Multiday heat warnings were issued for New York, Boston and Philadelphia on Wednesday. Temperatures in the high 90s Fahrenheit are forecast, with some areas possibly reaching 100 degrees by Thursday.
axios.comworld12 days ago
Heat wave forecast to set records across much of U.S. through July 4
A heat dome is expected to bring dangerous temperatures and humidity to more than half the country through the holiday weekend. Forecasters project over 300 temperature records could fall by Saturday.
abcnews.go.comworld13 days ago
Forecast Heat and Humidity to Reach 100s in Eastern U.S. This Week
A widespread heat wave is forecast to cover the central and eastern United States this week, with extreme heat warnings in multiple cities and record temperatures expected through Saturday. High humidity will push heat indices up to 115 degrees in places. Dangerous fire condition…
winnipegfreepress.compolitics13 days ago
Paris Deputy Mayor Criticizes U.S. Air Conditioning Use During Heat Wave
Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar posted on Instagram that Americans bear responsibility for global warming after some visitors noted limited air conditioning in the city. The comments followed days of temperatures above 104 degrees Fahrenheit in Paris.
thepointsguy.comworld13 days ago
Heat Alerts Cover More Than 160 Million Americans as Midwest Hits Triple Digits
More than 160 million Americans remain under heat alerts while the Midwest records triple-digit temperatures. A heat dome continues moving eastward across the country.
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axios.comworld13 days ago
Heat warnings cover more than 100 million people ahead of July Fourth
The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings and watches for a broad area of the Midwest, Ohio Valley and Northeast. Forecasters expect temperatures of 100 to 105 degrees through Friday, with heat indices reaching 105 to 115 degrees in some locations.
uctoday.comscience13 days ago
New York Forecast Shows Heat Index Reaching 109 Degrees
Temperatures are projected to approach 100 degrees Fahrenheit with high humidity this weekend. The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings for the region.
axios.comworld13 days agoUpdated
Heat Wave to Affect More Than 200 Million in U.S. Through July 4
A heat wave driven by a heat dome is affecting more than 200 million people across large parts of the United States this week. The National Weather Service forecasts extreme temperatures and high humidity persisting through the Fourth of July holiday.
vox.comworld13 days ago
Central and Eastern U.S. under heat wave through Fourth of July weekend
A prolonged heat wave is affecting most of the central and eastern United States, with extreme conditions forecast to peak from June 30 through July 2 before shifting east. Roughly 230 million people could face dangerous temperatures through the holiday weekend.
axios.comworld14 days ago
Heat Wave to Bring Record Highs to Eastern U.S. This Week
The National Weather Service forecasts a heat dome over the eastern two-thirds of the country with temperatures in the 100s and heat indices up to 115 F. Extreme heat warnings cover cities from Chicago to Washington, D.C., through Saturday.
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Fox Newsworld14 days ago
Paris Deputy Mayor Blames U.S. Emissions for Heat Wave
Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar stated that U.S. greenhouse gas emissions contributed to a deadly heat wave affecting France. She criticized American reliance on air conditioning and urged U.S. cities to adopt energy-efficiency measures similar to those in Paris.
chicagoreader.comscience14 days ago
Supreme Court Expands Presidential Firing Power in Split Ruling
The Supreme Court issued a split decision that broadens the president's authority to remove officials while declining to act on other pending matters. Additional rulings on birthright citizenship and transgender sports participation are scheduled for the following day.
conservativehome.compolitics14 days ago
European Politicians Split Over Air Conditioning During Heat Wave
Excess deaths rose in France as temperatures hit record highs. Right-leaning politicians called for wider air-conditioning use while some left-leaning officials promoted other cooling measures.
science14 days ago
Pittsburgh Forecast Shows Highs Reaching 100 Degrees Through July 4
The National Weather Service projects temperatures in Pittsburgh will climb from 90 degrees on Monday to a peak of 100 on Thursday before easing to 94 on Independence Day. High humidity is expected to increase heat-related health risks during the period.
Nbc Newsworld14 days ago
France Records About 1,000 Extra Deaths During June Heat Wave
Public Health France recorded around 1,000 excess deaths over three days in late June 2026. Record temperatures across Europe prompted infrastructure damage, wildfires and emergency measures in multiple countries.
axios.comworld14 days ago
Heat Wave to Intensify Across Central and Eastern United States This Week
A prolonged heat wave will intensify across most of the central to eastern United States starting June 29. More than 100 million people face Level 3 or Level 4 heat risk, with highs in the 90s to low 100s and heat indices up to 115 degrees.
news.sky.comworld15 days ago
Record Temperatures Hit Austria Czech Republic Germany and Poland
Four central European countries recorded peak temperatures on June 28 during an ongoing heat wave. The World Health Organization reported more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21. The event has renewed discussion about air conditioning and summer preparedness.
yna.co.krworld15 days ago
Dangerous Heat Wave to Affect Large Swath of U.S. This Week
The National Weather Service forecasts high temperatures and humidity across the central and eastern United States ahead of the July Fourth holiday. Heat indices could reach 115 degrees Fahrenheit in multiple regions.
axios.comworld15 days ago
National Weather Service Forecasts High Temperatures Across Central and Eastern United States This Week
The National Weather Service said a long heat wave will affect much of the central and eastern United States this week. Temperatures are forecast to reach the 90s and low 100s Fahrenheit with high humidity ahead of the July Fourth holiday.
e360.yale.eduworld16 days ago
Europe Records Multiple All-Time High Temperatures on June 27
Germany reached 106 degrees Fahrenheit on Saturday, the highest temperature ever recorded in the country. Similar records were set in Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and Denmark as the heat wave shifted eastward.
Abc Newsworld16 days ago
Red Flag Warnings issued for Four Corners region
Six states face Red Flag Warnings for dangerous fire weather through Sunday. Parts of eastern Utah, western Colorado, northeast Arizona and northwest New Mexico are under an extremely critical fire weather risk.
e360.yale.eduworld16 days ago
Heat Wave Affects Western Europe and Moves Eastward
Temperatures rose sharply across Western Europe by June 26, 2026, catching residents during an unseasonably early summer period. The system is shifting eastward. A Pennsylvania musician performed in a London pub room amid the conditions.
koreaherald.compolitics16 days ago
Paris Records Hottest Days on Record as Heat Wave Persists
Temperatures in Paris exceeded 96 degrees for ten consecutive days, reaching 105 degrees this week. France recorded its hottest day in history on Tuesday, followed by similar readings on Wednesday and Thursday.
upi.comworld16 days ago
Paris Bans Public Alcohol Sales and Consumption During Heat Wave
Authorities in Paris restricted alcohol sales and public drinking starting noon Friday to reduce strain on hospitals. The measures coincide with a red heat alert and reports of 55 drownings across France. A new study links the heat wave to human-caused climate change.
api.foxsports.comscience17 days ago
Forecasts show Washington DC temperatures reaching 100 degrees during July 4 week
Weather models project highs near or above 100 degrees in Washington DC from late June into early July. The National Weather Service and private forecasters have issued heat advisories for the period that includes Independence Day events.