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• 2021 heat dome fuelled by climate change, intensified wildfire risk: study

  The study found the heat dome in June and July 2021 was 34 per cent larger and lasted 59 per cent longer than a similar event would have without climate change.

  Environment

  Apr 23
• Did cloud seeding cause Dubai flooding? What to know about the science

  The United Arab Emirates saw its heaviest rainfall recorded and parts of Dubai remain flooded. The UAE uses cloud seeding to create more rain. Could it have caused the flood?

  Weather

  Apr 18
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• Dubai airport says flood recovery ‘will take some time’ after record rain

  The desert nation of the United Arab Emirates attempted to dry out Wednesday from the heaviest rain ever recorded there after a deluge flooded out Dubai International Airport

  World

  Apr 17
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• El Niño looks to be fading. What Canadians can expect in the months to come

  The Australian Bureau of Meteorology says its monitoring shows the El Niño weather event is over. But scientists say its effects could still linger over Canada.

  Canada

  Apr 16
• Dubai airport diverts flights as heavy rains flood runway, roads

  Heavy rains lashed the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday, flooding out portions of major highways and leaving vehicles abandoned on roadways across Dubai.

  World

  Apr 16
• From fire restrictions to bans: What Albertans need to know as the temperature warms up

  As Alberta prepares for what's expected to be a busy fire season ahead, many municipalities are restricting fire activities.

  Fire

  Apr 11
• Is there a link between stroke and climate change? A study may have found one

  Scorching hot days and frigid cold spells may be contributing to an increasing number of deaths and disabilities from stroke, according to a new study.

  Health

  Apr 11
• Wildfires 2024: Canada ‘preparing for the worst’ after record season last year

  The federal government says it is taking measures to prepare for this year's wildfire season, noting that wildfire activity is already at above-normal levels.

  Canada

  Apr 10
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• March broke global heat record for 10th month in a row, data shows

  March 2024 averaged 14.14 degrees Celsius (57.9 degrees Fahrenheit), exceeding the previous record from 2016 by a tenth of a degree, according to Copernicus data.

  Weather

  Apr 9
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• Total solar eclipse: Canadians soak up once-in-a-lifetime spectacle

  Canadians from Ontario to Atlantic Canada witnessed the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. The experience was described by many as 'moving.'

  Canada

  Apr 8
• Total solar eclipse: How to watch if you can’t see it in person

  Global News will be livestreaming Monday's total solar eclipse for Canadians who won't be able to watch it in person.

  Canada

  Apr 7
• Total solar eclipse: Will clouds dampen the rare celestial event?

  What does the Monday forecast look like as millions get ready to watch the rare total solar eclipse? Here is what you need to know.

  Canada

  Apr 6
• Is the worst Atlantic hurricane season coming? Scientists have mixed opinions

  Colorado State University is forecasting an extremely active 2024 hurricane season, amid concerns over record-warm ocean surface temperatures and atmospheric conditions.

  Canada

  Apr 5
• Spring storm: tens of thousands remain without power in Quebec, Ontario

  About 50,000 Hydro-Québec customers are still without power after a major spring storm. In Ontario, there are still more than 10,000 homes and businesses without electricity.

  Canada

  Apr 5
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• ‘A wake-up’: Whistler, B.C., known for its snow, to start wildfire drills

  First responders will be running an emergency evacuation drill on April 18, part of the resort community's recently developed wildfire defence plan.

  Environment

  Apr 4
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• Why climate change on the farm means a high cost for Canadian taxpayers

  Taxpayer money already supports the agriculture industry and some say the bill will go up as climate change-driven natural disasters make it harder for farmers to eke out a living.

  Canada

  Apr 4
• Drought conditions in Canada could impact natural gas producers: report

  The report by Deloitte Canada identifies potential water shortages in Western Canada as a key risk facing the oil and gas sector in 2024.

  Canada

  Apr 3
• Severe storms in U.S. spawn potential tornadoes, kill at least 1 person

  One of the hardest-hit areas was northeastern Oklahoma, where a strong weather system containing heavy rains produced three suspected tornadoes.

  U.S. News

  Apr 2
• 4-year-old rescued from under mud in Brazil after heavy rains kill at least 7

  Mayors in the Rio de Janeiro state and Gov. Claudio Castro had alarmed residents of potential problems for the weekend since Thursday.

  Weather

  Mar 23
• Canada’s wildfire season off to an early start. Here’s what to expect

  After the warmest winter on record, parts of Canada are seeing an early start to the wildfire season with warnings about increased fire activity over the spring period.

  Weather

  Mar 22
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• Climate change ‘speeding up,’ UN warns as Canada braces for early wildfires

  Climate change is “speeding up,” the head of the United Nations says as B.C. and Alberta prepare for an early start to wildfire season.

  Canada

  Mar 19
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• Canada just had its warmest winter ever. What’s in store for spring?

  The warmest winter on record in Canada could have far-reaching effects on everything from wildfire season to erosion, climatologists say.

  Environment

  Mar 19
• Billions of cicadas emerging amid rare double brood. Will Canadians get to see?

  The two broods - one in U.S. Midwestern states and the other in the South and Midwest, with a small area of overlap in Illinois - emerge together only once every 221 years.

  Science

  Mar 14
• Night no longer offering firefighting reprieve, Canadian study shows

  The availability of bone-dry fuels is the key mechanism promoting extreme fire behaviour and growth at night, a new Canadian study found.

  Canada

  Mar 13