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What are the health risks of working during a heatwave? From tourist guides to farmers, millions of employees have to work outdoors, even in a heatwave. What's happening inside our bodies, and what health dangers do we face? Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 04:48Published 1 day ago

Understanding Europe's Heatwave Crisis A Deep Dive\|Europe's Deadly Heat Wave: What You Need to Know Understanding Europe's Heatwave Crisis A Deep Dive\|Europe's Deadly Heat Wave: What You Need to Know Credit: Rumble Duration: 02:52Published 1 day ago

'Very high' mortality rate due to extreme heat in Mali Mali experienced and exceptional heatwave at the start of April, with temperatures soaring above 45 degrees Celsius, leading to dozens of deaths. “There is a very, very high mortality rate linked to.. Credit: AFP English Duration: 01:45Published 3 days ago

West Africa's deadly heatwave is man-made: report Climate scientists have warned that a recent heatwave in West Africa, the worst in the region's living memory, is a sign that extreme temperatures could become more frequent. David Doyle has.. Credit: Rumble Duration: 02:07Published 5 days ago

Temperatures soar in southern Spain amid heatwave Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:38Published 1 week ago

Heatwave Spell: IMD warns of heatwave spells in April \| El Nino, La Nina \| Oneindia The seven-phase Lok Sabha polls season will witness an unprecedented rise in the heatwave in most parts of the country, the India Meteorological Department warned here on Monday. While above-normal.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:31Published 3 weeks ago

General Elections 2024: Preparing for Extreme Heatwave - Government's Integrated Approach \| Oneindia As India braces for extreme heatwaves during the upcoming General Elections, the government takes proactive measures to ensure the well-being of voters and stakeholders. Union Minister for Earth.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:40Published 3 weeks ago

Vietnam farmers struggle for fresh water as drought brings salinisation A prolonged heatwave and saline intrusion are causing a shortage of fresh water in Vietnam's Ben Tre province, badly affecting crops and the livelihoods of local farmers. Credit: AFP English Duration: 01:14Published on March 21, 2024

South Sudan closes schools due to scorching heatwave Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:30Published on March 20, 2024

Wahu Pool Party! 🌞 Dive into summer fun with Wahu’s unreal swimming pool toys for kids! From pool toys and noodles 🏊‍♂️ to floats and pool games 🏖️. Stay cool and entertained through any summer.. Credit: Rumble Duration: 00:30Published on March 18, 2024

Rio residents worried as new heat wave hits Brazil People in Rio de Janeiro seek 'open spaces' and shades in a park as a new heatwave hits Brazil, with record-breaking temperatures. In western Rio, the head index reached 60.1 ºC on Saturday, a maximum.. Credit: AFP English Duration: 00:46Published on March 18, 2024

Lima zoo animals eat frozen fruit amidst heat wave With water sprays and frozen fruit, staff at a zoo in Peru are looking to help their animals beat a heatwave. Credit: AFP English Duration: 01:04Published on February 26, 2024

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Lok Sabha polls 2024: EC issues advisory for voters' safety amid heatwave warning, check details The EC issued a detailed advisory that lists the do's and don'ts as issued by National Disaster Management to lessen the impact of the heatwave and prevent severe life-threatening health conditions. DNA - Published on March 26, 2024
Delhi-NCR to get hotter, check IMD forecast for next 7 days A heatwave grips the National Capital Region, including Delhi-Noida, with temperatures set to rise further by two degrees on Wednesday. DNA - Published on March 20, 2024
More heatwave days in Maharashtra as India to see warmer start to summer: IMD India is likely to experience a warmer start to the summer season this year with El Nino conditions predicted to continue through the season, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday Mid-Day - Published on March 1, 2024

At 44.8C, Brazil Registers All-Time Highest Temperature Amid Severe Heatwave Scientists emphasize the growing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events globally due to climate change. Zee News - Published on November 21, 2023
Viral video: Taylor Swift seen struggling to breathe on stage in Brazil amid heatwave hours after fan's death at venue Taylor Swift was seen struggling to breathe at her live concert in Brazil, in viral video. DNA - Published on November 21, 2023
Northwestern, south-central regions emerging as future heat wave hotspots in India: Study A government study has found that northwestern, central, and south-central India are likely to experience a four-to-seven-fold increase in heatwave frequency in the future. The south-central region is.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 25, 2023

Bushfires in parts of southeast Australia amid spring heatwave Bushfires in Australia's Victoria state have tripled in size overnight due to high winds, prompting authorities to urge residents to evacuate. The fires have spread across 17,000 hectares of land and.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 3, 2023
United States: Holiday Reminder: Children Trapped In Hot Cars Still An Annual Problem - Shipman & Goodwin LLP Near-heatwave temperatures resuming this week serve as a reminder to keep an eye out to avoid the very worst of mistakes. Mondaq - Published on September 20, 2023
Outcry in French town after woman prosecuted for being topless Residents and visitors in the town of Aurillac, France rallied in support of a woman who is facing prosecution for walking topless in the streets. The woman, Marina, claims she was simply trying to.. IndiaTimes - Published on August 28, 2023
Workers exposed to extreme heat have no consistent protection in the United States The rising deaths and injuries of workers due to extreme heat in the US, exacerbated by climate change, are being highlighted by a historic heatwave this summer. Many of these workers are migrants in.. IndiaTimes - Published on August 27, 2023

Deadly 2023 heatwave to become the norm in coming years: Study newKerala.com - Published on August 26, 2023
Texas heat wave spurs power prices to their highest since 2021 freeze Texas power prices have reached a 30-month high due to a scorching heatwave, with demand expected to break records. The state grid operator, ERCOT, has urged consumers to conserve energy to reduce.. IndiaTimes - Published on August 25, 2023
No sign of rain: Kerala to get heatwave-like weather conditions, issues warning for 14 districts Kerala Disaster Management Authority released an advisory for residents of the state's 14 districts as the majority of Kerala struggles with heatwave-like temperatures with no indication of rain. DNA - Published on August 25, 2023	Risk of heart attack doubles during heatwave Protect your heart from soaring temperatures. Heatwaves can increase your risk of fatal heart attack, according to studies. Dehydration strains cardiovascular system, elevating your heart rate. Watch.. IndiaTimes - Published on August 23, 2023
Heat wave to break power records in Texas and central US this week Power demand in Texas and other central states in the US is set to break records as a heatwave sweeps across the country. The Southwest Power Pool (SPP) reported a new high on Monday, with other.. IndiaTimes - Published on August 21, 2023	What is facekini, bizarre skincare trend gaining popularity in China due to heat? The Facekinis and other sun protection measures have become essential commodities for people in China during this extreme heatwave, as they prioritize their health and skin protection against the.. DNA - Published on August 2, 2023
GOI reports 120 heatwave deaths in Kerala: Gaffe or mala fide? According to central government data presented in parliament, Kerala has recorded 120 heatwave deaths in 2023 till June 30, the highest number of such deaths in the country. IndiaTimes - Published on July 24, 2023	Greece facing longest heatwave on record while record highs hit US Greece was Saturday facing its hottest July weekend in 50 years, with temperatures forecast to soar above 40 Celsius (104 Fahrenheit), while a record-breaking heatwave stretching across the southern.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 22, 2023
DNA Special: Europe's scorching heatwave raises alarm as NASA warns of hottest July ever Global heat records are broken in Europe, and the climate change crisis escalates. DNA - Published on July 22, 2023	Europe battles heatwave, fires; record temp scorches China IndiaTimes - Published on July 20, 2023Also reported by •Zee News
Record highs scorch the globe as Europe prepares for heatwave peak IndiaTimes - Published on July 18, 2023	Europe swept by extreme heatwave IndiaTimes - Published on July 17, 2023
California's Death Valley sizzles at 53° Celsius Death Valley in California recorded temperatures of 128 degrees Fahrenheit, as the US was hit by a record-breaking heatwave that led around one-third of Americans to be put under heat advisories or.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 17, 2023	Heatwave: All schools in Patna closed till June 28 newKerala.com - Published on June 25, 2023
'No heatwave': IMD predicts rain in Delhi, Haryana, UP, Bihar; list of states to get relief soon According to the weather agency, conditions are favourable for several regions across India including Delhi, Chandigarh, Haryana, Mumbai, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Uttarakhand and Himachal.. DNA - Published on June 24, 2023	IMD heatwave alert: Over 17,000 died in India in 5 years, says report Sixty-eight patients died at the district hospital in Uttar Pradesh's Ballia in five days till Monday amid a punishing heat wave in Uttar Pradesh. DNA - Published on June 23, 2023
UP's extreme heatwave more likely by human-caused climate change: Analysis newKerala.com - Published on June 22, 2023	Fatalities double due to heatwave in Bihar's Buxar newKerala.com - Published on June 21, 2023
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in 10 states, heatwave in three newKerala.com - Published on June 21, 2023	After Ballia, 54 deaths in Deoria due to heatwave in last 24 hours The spotlight on UP's alleged heat deaths swivelled Tuesday from Ballia to nearby Deoria in the state's east, with claims of 54 casualties due to sunstroke in the latter in the past 24 hours sparking.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 20, 2023
Heatwave: Centre sends team to worst-hit areas amid rise in hospitalisations As the number of hospitalisations is increasing due to heatwave illnesses, a team of experts from the Union health ministry to worst hit states. DNA - Published on June 20, 2023	Heatwave alert: IMD issues warning for several states including UP, Bihar, Odisha IMD forecasts persistent heatwave in multiple Indian regions, warns of hot conditions. DNA - Published on June 20, 2023
'Health experts to be deployed in UP, Bihar': Union health minister reviews heat wave situation The Union health ministry has decided to send teams of officers to states experiencing heatwaves to assist the governments there. This was decided at a high-level meeting held by Union health minister.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 20, 2023	Union Health Minister to chair high-level meeting to review heatwave management newKerala.com - Published on June 20, 2023
IMD gives major weather update amid deadly heatwave conditions in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Monday, reviewed the prevailing heat wave conditions in the state with top officials. He directed officials to make effective arrangements for the.. DNA - Published on June 20, 2023	Mercury drops by 10°C as heatwave exits AP The heatwave that gripped Andhra Pradesh in the past few weeks finally ended on Monday. IMD has forecast that temperatures will start to decrease further from Tuesday and parts of both coastal and.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 20, 2023
14 deaths in UP & 7 in Bihar take heatwave toll past 100 Heat deaths in the past four days crossed the 100-mark to 117 in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar as the scorcher in northern India led to separate heatstroke wards in hospitals and jolted the authorities into.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 19, 2023	Heatwave likely to continue in seven states for next 2 days: IMD newKerala.com - Published on June 19, 2023
UP: 11 more patients die at Ballia district hospital amid heatwave, toll rises to 68 Ballia CMO has said that only two people died due to heat stroke in the district till Sunday. DNA - Published on June 19, 2023	Over 50 die in UP amid heatwave, CM Yogi Adityanath asks officials to ensure no power cuts Yogi Adityanath has asked the officials to ensure that no unnecessary power cuts happen in the state amid heatwave conditions in UP. DNA - Published on June 19, 2023
How do extreme heat waves affect the body? Heatwave condition is likely to continue in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand till June 20, the India.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 19, 2023	Heatwave alert: 54 deaths in Uttar Pradesh not due to sweltering heat? Authorities reveal real cause The authorities in multiple hospitals in Uttar Pradesh have opened up due to the alleged heat wave deaths in the state, saying that there is a different cause of the high death rate in districts. DNA - Published on June 19, 2023

Heatwave

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After Ballia, 54 deaths in Deoria due to heatwave in last 24 hours

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Heatwave alert: IMD issues warning for several states including UP, Bihar, Odisha

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Mercury drops by 10°C as heatwave exits AP

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UP: 11 more patients die at Ballia district hospital amid heatwave, toll rises to 68

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How do extreme heat waves affect the body?

Heatwave alert: 54 deaths in Uttar Pradesh not due to sweltering heat? Authorities reveal real cause