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Climate Change Threatens Lake Victoria Basin

June 23, 2023

The Lake Victoria Basin (LVB) in East Africa faces significant threats from heavy rains, wind storms, and floods, leading to adverse consequences for the region’s communities and endemic biodiversity. A recent scientific report published in the journal Nature has shed ..

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Lightning Activity in the European Eastern Alps

June 23, 2023

Lightning activity in the European Eastern Alps has undergone significant changes between the 1980s and the 2010s, serving as an indicator of the climate crisis.  Changing Lightning Activity in the European Eastern Alps  A recent study examining lightning activity in ..

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Unusual Behavior of Western Disturbances in India

June 23, 2023

In recent years, western disturbances, cyclonic storms originating from the Mediterranean region, have been exhibiting unusual behavior in India.   Unusual Behavior and Lengthy Journey  Western disturbances have been displaying unusual behavior in India for at least three years. These ..

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Heatwave in India

June 21, 2023

Heat-related conditions can pose significant risks to individuals, particularly during heatwaves. It is crucial to understand these conditions, their symptoms, and preventive measures to ensure the well-being of the population. Recently, the Union Health Minister held a meeting with key ..

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Glacier Mass Loss in the Hindu Kush Himalayas

June 20, 2023

The Hindu Kush Himalayas (HKH) region is experiencing a rapid loss of glacier mass, as highlighted in a recent report by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD). This concerning trend has significant implications for water resources, ecosystems, and ..

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Report Reveals Europe’s Heatwave and Climate Change Impacts

June 20, 2023

A comprehensive report by the World Meteorological Organization and the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service has highlighted the concerning effects of climate change on Europe. The continent experienced an alarming temperature increase of 2.3 degrees Celsius last year compared ..

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Groundwater Extraction Tilts the Earth

June 19, 2023

The Earth’s axis, the point along which the planet rotates, has experienced a significant tilt of nearly 80 cm to the east. This tilt has been attributed to the pumping and movement of groundwater, as revealed by a recent study. ..

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Miyawaki Forests

June 19, 2023

In an effort to combat climate change, curb pollution levels, and increase the green cover of Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has embraced the Miyawaki plantation method. This Japanese technique involves creating dense urban forests within small land parcels ..

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What is Fish Kill?

June 17, 2023

Recently, Texas witnessed a massive fish die-off that raised concerns among experts and residents alike. The occurrence, known as a fish kill, resulted in the death of various fish species and has been attributed to specific environmental factors.   The ..

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Global Mean Temperature Crosses 1.5 Degree Celsius Threshold

June 16, 2023

According to the European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecast (ECMWF), the 1.5-degree Celsius threshold for global mean temperatures was breached in the first few days of June. This marks the first time the 1.5-degree threshold has been surpassed during ..

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