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• Northeastern B.C. wildfires improving, but too early to lift evacuation orders: officials

  The BC Wildfire Service says campers seem to be following the message about fire safety and officials said they are seeing significantly fewer fires started by campfires.

  Fire

  May 17
• Fort Nelson, B.C., wildfire expands to 127 sq km but cooler temps expected

  B.C.'s wildfire service says the blaze threatening the community of Fort Nelson now spans nearly 130 square kilometres, but it had spread away from the town in the south.

  Fire

  May 16
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• Canada tourism struggling as wildfires rage: ‘The whole country is not on fire’

  Canada's tourism industry is trying to put on its Sunday best this week as one of its biggest challenges plays out in technicolour just a few hundred kilometres away: wildfires.

  Fire

  May 15
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• Changing winds expected to help fight Fort McMurray wildfire that forced evacuation

  In all, about 6,600 residents from the southern part of Fort McMurray, a community of about 68,000 people, have been forced to leave their homes.

  Canada

  May 15
• Not just Canada: A look at extreme weather events all over the world

  As Canada deals with wildfires, other parts of the world have suffered extreme weather events, such as heavy rains and storms bringing floods and landslides.

  Environment

  May 14
• ‘Panic and anxiety’: Western Canada continues evacuations as wildfires rage on

  Smoke from the numerous wildfires has also been causing reduced visibility and air quality issues in several prairie cities

  Canada

  May 12
• Northern lights could appear across Canada as ‘severe’ geomagnetic storm nears

  Clear skies in your area could mean a spectacular display of northern lights, thanks to a severe geomagnetic storm expected to hit Earth.

  Weather

  May 10
• After tornado outbreaks in the U.S., could Canada see similar storms?

  In the past week, the country has seen more than 100 tornadoes, a number that is about the average amount seen in Canada annually.

  Canada

  May 9
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• Worried about flood damage to your home? Here’s what you can do

  For those worried about flood damage to their properties, experts suggest taking action to protect against the worse effects of extreme weather events.

  Canada

  May 7
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• A month’s worth of rainfall in 48 hours expected in some parts of Alberta

  People living in southern Alberta are being warned to prepare for a significant storm that could result in 80 millimetres of rain falling in some areas.

  Weather

  May 6
• Volcano eruption spurs lightning, spectacular Mordor-like sky in Indonesia

  Mount Ruang's volcano triggered warnings of a possible tsunami from volcanic materials falling into the ocean.

  World

  May 1
• What’s behind Kenya’s intense flooding as death toll climbs

  At least 169 people have died due to the heavy rains in Kenya, with at least 91 missing, according to the latest government figures.

  Weather

  Apr 30
• Tornadoes kill at least 2 including 1 child in Oklahoma

  Dozens of reported tornadoes have wreaked havoc in the United States since Friday, with flood watches and warnings in effect Sunday.

  U.S. News

  Apr 28
• 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
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• 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
• 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
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• 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
• 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