WMO warns of frequent heatwaves in decades ahead

Jul 20, 2022

Geneva [Switzerland], July 20 : Extreme heat in western Europe is causing devastating wildfires in France and Spain, and unprecedented drought in Italy and...

Rising temperatures drove 41 pc surge in peak power demand across India in 2023: Report

Mar 03, 2025

India's peak power demand surged by 41 per cent during the summer months of 2023, driven by rising temperatures and frequent heatwaves, a new...

Frequent power outages grip Pakistan

Apr 01, 2022

Islamabad [Pakistan], April 1 : Pakistan is facing a severe power crisis with all nine power distribution companies (Discos) on Thursday starting hours-long interruptions...

Heatwaves worsen air quality and pollution: WMO

Sep 06, 2023

The 2023 WMO Air Quality and Climate Bulletin, the third in an annual series, puts the spotlight on heatwaves to draw attention to the...

Madhya Pradesh recognizes heatwaves as natural disasters, ensures compensation for victims

Sep 30, 2024

In a significant decision, the Madhya Pradesh government has included heatwaves in its list of natural disasters.

Extreme weather in China highlights climate change impacts and need for early warnings: WMO

Aug 27, 2022

Beijing [China], August 27 : Extreme weather - record-breaking heatwaves, severe drought, and deadly rainfall - have battered China since June.