Explainer: the omega‑shaped jet stream responsible for Europe’s heatwave
Shifting air currents high up in the skies can have a big impact down on the ground.
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The third day of a heatwave is the tipping point … are we ready?
Around 15,000 Parisians died in the August 2003 heatwave. So what lessons have been learned?
Child drownings spike during heatwaves – and it’s a serious climate justice issue
As the UK gets hotter, children will seek water to cool down. The real question is why so many have so few places to go.
Why 40°C is bearable in a desert but lethal in the tropics
A heatwave isn’t just about the temperature.
Heatwaves don’t just give you sunburn – they can harm your mental health too
Heatwaves are here to stay, and they aren’t all sun and games.
Climate law expert: Europe’s deadly heatwaves belong in court
The science behind Europe’s extreme heat is clear. The response isn’t.
A rollercoaster of weather extremes: drought and heatwaves are creating UK’s climate whiplash
An expert explains the different types of drought and what happens when they combine with heatwaves.
Heatwave‑proofing homes could save lives – and cut carbon
Adapt to climate change with insulated walls, window shutters and reverse-cycle heat pumps.
How modern crops can ensure food security in a heatwave
Hardy new grains are being developed that can cope with extreme bursts of heat.
The Mediterranean has experienced record sea temperatures this summer: this could devastate marine life
While official data is yet to be released, this year’s Mediterranean marine heatwave will likely have devastating ecological consequences.
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