Researchers are proposing Crawford Lake in Ontario, Canada, as a key location that exemplifies humanity's profound impact on Earth, leading to the establishment of a new geological time period known as the Anthropocene Epoch. This epoch would recognize the drastic changes humans have made to the planet since the mid-20th century. The Anthropocene Working Group (AWG) has been diligently investigating the geological evidence to support this transition and has identified the 1950s as the formal start date for this new epoch.
The water level in the Yamuna River has crossed the danger mark again in Delhi. The water level was recorded at 206.24 meters at 6 am on Tuesday, July 19, 2023, according to the Flood Control Department in the national capital. This is the second time in a week that the water level in the Yamuna has crossed the danger mark.
The Earth's climate is warming, and this is leading to more extreme weather events, including heatwaves. Scientists highlight that the La Niña effect is behind this unusual weather condition across the globe. La Niña is a climate pattern that occurs every few years, and it is associated with cooler temperatures in the Pacific Ocean. However, this year's La Niña has been particularly strong, and it is thought to be contributing to the heatwave.
The recent spate of heavy rains in North India has caused widespread destruction and loss of life. In the hill states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, landslides and flash floods have killed dozens of people and displaced thousands more. In the plains of Punjab and Haryana, flooding has inundated villages and agricultural fields.
Heatwaves, prolonged periods of exceptionally hot weather, are increasingly becoming a significant threat in a warming world. As Europe battles a scorching heatwave, this article explores the role of climate change in intensifying extreme heat events, the risks they pose to human health and the economy, and the urgent need for global action.
Europe is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures projected to soar to record-breaking levels. The blistering heat, driven by a high-pressure system named Cerberus, has spread across several countries, including Italy, France, Spain, Poland, and Greece. This article examines the relationship between the ongoing heatwave and climate change, highlighting the dangers of extreme heat and the urgent need for global action.
Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and other institutes have found that over 56 percent of the world's oceans have experienced significant color changes in the past two decades, likely due to human-caused climate change. The study, published in the journal Nature, reveals that these color shifts, although subtle to the human eye, cannot be solely explained by natural variability.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Sultan Al Jaber, President-designate of COP28 UAE, to discuss sustainable development and bilateral energy cooperation. During the meeting, held in Abu Dhabi, Modi expressed India's full support for the UAE's presidency of COP-28 and highlighted India's contributions to sustainable development.
The extreme weather events that have been occurring around the world in recent months are linked to climate change. In the United States and Europe, a historic heatwave has caused temperatures to soar to record levels. In Asia, torrential rains and floods have killed hundreds of people and displaced millions more.
Flash floods triggered by incessant rains have caused significant damage and loss of life in Himachal Pradesh, India. The landslides and rain-related incidents have claimed the lives of over 35 people, with alerts issued by the Indian Meteorological Agency for several other states. Similar flooding events have occurred in various countries worldwide. In Japan, heavy rains have resulted in floods and mudslides, causing two fatalities and leaving at least six individuals missing. In the United States, areas in New York and Vermont have witnessed severe flooding, described by residents as the worst since the devastation caused by Hurricane Irene in 2011. Additionally, widespread flooding in northern, central, and southeastern China has displaced tens of thousands of people. Turkey and the Black Sea coast have also experienced swollen rivers due to heavy rainfall.
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