I've seen how deadly floods are devastating Europe we are not prepared for what's next
The climate emergency is currently impacting Europe, with devastating floods causing destruction and loss of life, signaling the urgency of climate action. [ more ]
Who got hit hardest in 2023's epic floods? The people who grow your food
Poor rural communities in California sustained significant damage and lasting effects from the floods in 2023.
Inadequate maintenance and delayed improvements by local districts and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers contributed to the severity of the flooding in these areas. [ more ]
Public will be at risk if Labour drops 28bn green plan, warns fire union chief
The head of the Fire Brigades Union warns that dropping the plan to spend £28bn a year on green investment will put the public at risk.
Floods, wildfires, and storms are increasing due to climate breakdown, and the fire service is struggling to cope with the rise in extreme weather events. [ more ]
French authorities closed motorways after a cold wave hit the country. Transport Minister Clement Beaune expressed frustration with the national weather agency's failure to predict the snow. The cold weather worsened existing problems in areas affected by recent floods. [ more ]