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Iraq's electric grid hit by fire, explosion amid soaring temperatures
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
The faltering national electrical grid of Iraq has been impacted by a fire at a power plant and many explosions as temperatures climb in the country, Al Jazeera reported.
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Heatwaves endanger workers, reduce productivity: International Labour Orga
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Sharply rising temperatures across the globe continue to endanger the safety of workers and impact communities with the “least capacity for adaptation,” according to a senior economist at the International Labour Organization (ILO).
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Study discovers new isopod species that feeds on fish
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Researchers discovered a new species of marine cryptofauna in the Florida Keys. The majority of the biodiversity in the ocean is made up of microscopic, hidden species known as cryptofauna. There are 15 species of Gnathia in the region, including the nearly three-millimetre-long isopod.
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New research method helps to determine health impacts of heat, air quality
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
They discovered that even moderate temperature increases, for example, night-time temperatures starting at 18.4 degrees Celsius, can lead to increased hospital visits and death for older adults and those with cardiorespiratory conditions.
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Study discovers new isopod species in Florida Keys
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
A new species of marine cryptofauna has been found in the Florida Keys by an international team of researchers from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and the Water Research Group from the Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management at the
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Explained: Why is Europe so hot and how long will it last?
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
As a blazing heatwave comes in, southern and eastern Europe are preparing for temperatures that will exceed records.
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DEWA calls for caution in electrical appliance usage during summer
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has urged the public to take all necessary measures to avoid the risk of fire due to misuse of electrical appliances and connections with increasing temperatures in summer or failure to conduct periodic maintenance.
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Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi outlines plans to accelerate climate action
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
As part of its continued strides to uphold the global aim of keeping the rise in average temperatures between 1.5 and 2 degrees Celsius, and as an affirmation of the UAE’s climate action leadership, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has outlined plans for the “Abu Dhabi Climate Change
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Blisteringly high temperatures expected to continue across parts of southe
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The continent is bracing for its second extreme heat wave, putting people’s health at risk and setting the stage for wildfires.
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Heat wave continues to scorch Israel
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The heat wave, which is effecting the Eastern Mediterranean region, is expected to continue beyond the weekend and into the middle of next week.
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Israel sizzles under heat wave
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The Israel Meteorological Service forecasts the heat wave lasting at least until Sunday, with the highest temperatures reaching 46°C (115°F) in the Jordan Valley.
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Study finds silent hazard lurking underneath major global cities
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
A new research from Northwestern University has connected underground climate change to the shifting earth underneath urban areas. As the ground heats up, it also deforms. These phenomena result in excessive ground movement and cracking owing to expansions and contractions, which eventually
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