EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS
From 2019 floods to 2024 Wayanad landslides: Why are deadly disasters repeatedly hitting Kerala?
Kerala’s vulnerability to such disasters is evident from its recent history. The 2018 floods, the worst the state has seen in a century, caused 483 deaths and extensive damage. The tragedy continued in 2019 with a landslide in Puthumala, Wayanad, claiming 17 lives. In 2021, landslides and heavy rains resulted in 53 deaths, and in 2022, further landslides and floods caused 18 deaths and significant property damage. Between 2015 and 2022, Kerala recorded the highest number of landslides in India, underscoring the region's ongoing struggle with natural disasters.
India extreme weather events; landslides in Kerala
India faced extreme weather events with devastating impacts. Torrential rains in Delhi and Assam led to floods and landslides, causing numerous deaths. A cyclone in Tamil Nadu and floods in Kerala added to the destruction. A glacial lake burst in Sikkim and landslides in Uttarakhand compounded the crisis, displacing thousands and causing significant fatalities.
Humans caused climate change. Amid the suffering, now they must solve it
Climate change, fueled by fossil fuel consumption, results in extreme weather, property damage, inequality, and migration, costing billions worldwide. Renewable energies like solar, wind, and green hydrogen offer solutions. Effective policy changes and immediate actions are required to combat these issues, despite the implementation challenges and necessary humanitarian responses.
India's tea prices soar as extreme weather slashes output
India's tea prices are on the rise due to extreme weather events affecting production. Heatwaves and floods have led to a significant drop in output, supporting the struggling industry. Production in key regions like Assam has been severely impacted, with prices surging nearly 20%. Export demand remains strong despite the challenges.
Industry bodies draw up plans to help businesses adapt to climate hazards
Industry bodies are responding to the harsh summer of 2024, which saw a record number of heatwave days, by developing plans to enhance corporate sector preparedness for future adverse weather events. CII is creating an 'Integrated Framework for Adaptation and Resilience for Business', while Ficci and Assocham are devising strategies to help businesses build climate resilience. These efforts aim to address risks posed by floods, droughts, heatwaves, and cyclones, and promote heat stress management practices among member organizations to mitigate productivity losses and ensure business continuity.
Heat, humidity or hale: 'majboori' makes gig workers brave the elements
The weather extremities this summer can, of course, impact any and all. But for those whose daily bread depends on their job, there aren't many options. While companies like Swiggy, Zomato and others made some efforts to relieve their delivery partners of the heat to some extent by offering them refreshments, and resting areas according to the gig workers they weren't very helpful.
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Heat, humidity or hale: 'majboori' makes gig workers brave the elements
As Delhi's extreme summer transitioned from heatwaves to humidity and now monsoon rains, gig workers on two-wheelers continued delivering essentials. Despite weather hazards, they endure long shifts, often over 12 hours, due to economic necessity. Efforts by companies to provide rest areas and emergency support have been limited and sometimes inaccessible.
IMD plans 3 more radars in Delhi-NCR to improve forecasting capability
In the next two to three years, Delhi-NCR will receive three more Doppler radars, a flood warning model, additional weather stations, and rain gauges to enhance weather forecasting, as announced by IMD chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra. He clarified that recent heavy rains were not a cloudburst but approached the threshold, attributing the extreme weather event to multiple monsoonal systems and thermodynamic instability.
Rainy days ahead: Delhi under three-day 'orange' alert, IMD warns
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a three-day 'Orange' alert for rain in Delhi, starting Monday. Residents should prepare for increased rainfall and high humidity, with significant showers expected to continue through Wednesday.
Summer of '24: India's heatwave turns deadly with over 100 deaths, 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases
The summer of 2024 in India has claimed over 100 lives and affected the health of thousands amid a prolonged heatwave and severe floods. Over 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases have been reported due to the relentless heat. Simultaneously, heavy rainfall has triggered severe floods in parts of the country, particularly in the northeastern region.
Crisis in the fields: Experts say long-term solutions only way for agriculture sector to survive heatwave
Heatwaves in north India are impacting agriculture, causing heat stress in crops and reducing yields.
Sweltering heat, flash floods, 'disappearing' spring season - India's weather story so far in 2024
Extreme weather events in the first five months of 2024 in north India have caused deaths, floods, and landslides in the northeast, with a spring season that may soon disappear from the calendar.
Indian heatwave highlights temperature 'record' checking challenge
The swift announcement that a potentially record-breaking temperature measured this week in India could have been due to a sensor error highlights the challenges in certifying extreme heat. It found an improvised radiation shield led to a demonstrable thermal bias error for the permafrost monitor's air temperature sensor, making its reading ineligible as a record. apo/rjm/nl/db
After saving lives, now to fortify them
The US experienced devastating storms and tornadoes, killing at least 23 people. In India, Cyclone Remal caused less than 20 deaths in populated and vulnerable areas. India has improved its evacuation capabilities since the 1999 Paradip super cyclone and 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. The National Disaster Management Authority and National Disaster Response Force, along with the Indian Meteorological Department's forecasting and early warning systems, have ensured coastal states can weather cyclonic storms with minimal loss of life.
Extreme heat lowers nations’ per capita income — but cities could thrive even in hotter conditions: Matthew E. Kahn
Matthew E. Kahn, Provost Professor of Economics at USC, discusses the impact of climate on economic growth and solutions offered by enterprise in an interview with Srijana Mitra Das.
Don't just moan over the unbearable heat
The Met Department warns of severe heatwaves in Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana due to prolonged heatwave conditions. Adapting to extreme heat requires systemic changes, mindset shifts, and infrastructure improvements to combat escalating temperatures.
US Weather: Tornadoes likely to hit areas from Oklahoma to Great Lakes, temperatures to soar, situation to worsen
The US has been rocked by extreme weather conditions including Tornadoes. The country is experiencing contrasting weather in different parts.
Climate change impacts millions in India. But as the country votes, some politicians skirt the issue
Nearly 970 million Indians are voting in general elections amidst severe weather exacerbated by climate change, causing loss of livelihood, migration, and tough living conditions. Voters are seeking leaders who promise stability and resilience against climate impacts. Major political parties, including the Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress, have pledged climate action in their manifestos, but climate change has been largely absent from the campaign trail.
Flood alert across UK, people warned against travel. Why does UK experience extreme weather conditions?
Heavy downpours in the UK have resulted in increased water levels in the river and surface areas. This has led to flood warnings which could impact travel over the coming weekend.
First 'extreme' solar storm in 20 years brings spectacular auroras
Powerful solar storms caused celestial light shows and threats to satellites and power grids. Social media shared aurora pictures. Tasmania and Europe experienced spectacular skies. Starlink's Elon Musk commented on the storm. University of Reading's Mathew Owens advised using eclipse glasses to view the aurora.
Solar storm 2024, aurora lights, northern lights: How long these events will continue?
Solar storm 2024 has created stunning aurora lights and northern lights in last two days across the earth. Now, the question remains, how long these celestial event will persist?
Warmest April ever fuelled weather extremes across globe: WMO
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) confirmed that April was the warmest on record globally, marking the eleventh consecutive month of record-high temperatures. This trend is attributed to a combination of naturally occurring El Nino events and the additional energy trapped in the atmosphere and ocean due to greenhouse gases from human activities. The average temperature in April was 1.58 degrees Celsius higher than the pre-industrial reference period, with sea surface temperatures reaching record highs for the past 13 months.
Baba Vanga's 2024 predictions that came true: Unusual weather, cyber attacks and other prophecies from the blind Bulgarian mystic
Baba Vanga's predictions for 2024 are garnering attention as recent events align with her foresight. Notable forecasts include an economic downturn reflected in Britain's GDP decline and intense weather patterns mirroring her warnings. Advances in cancer treatment and cyber threats also validate her insights. While her predictions span global events and even extend far into the future, the lack of concrete evidence leaves room for ongoing intrigue about her abilities.
Summer heat takes toll on gig workers; the rise of Airchat
Happy Monday! A shortage of delivery executives amid soaring temperatures is becoming a major concern for ecommerce companies. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Many extreme events of 2023 in line with predictions of warmer world, study finds
The study suggests that multiple regions experiencing heat extremes simultaneously could become a common occurrence in a warmer world. Many extreme events observed in 2023 align with predictions for a warmer future, including record-breaking temperatures occurring earlier in the year and cyclones intensifying rainfall extremes. Changes in the seasonality of extreme events were also noted, with heatwaves appearing in unusual seasons like spring.
Americans are facing threat from invisible danger. What is it?
Extreme heat poses a significant threat, often lurking as an invisible danger that swiftly renders individuals exposed and vulnerable without warning.
Indian consulate in Dubai launches helpline numbers for Indians affected by severe rain in UAE
Indian consulate in UAE sets up helplines due to severe rains, aiding stranded travelers. Recovery efforts underway after worst recorded rainfall causes flooding in Dubai and disrupts daily life in the region.
Extreme weather predicted during Lok Sabha polls, preparation in advance crucial: Rijiju
India prepares for extreme weather coinciding with general elections, emphasizing the need for advanced planning and long-term solutions to address climate change-related risks like heatwaves and floods.
Every state, UT saw extreme weather event on at least 1 day in 2023: Report
India experienced extreme weather events on 318 out of 365 days in 2023, resulting in 3,287 human deaths, 1.24 lakh animal deaths, and damage to 2.21 million hectares of crop area. Himachal Pradesh had the highest number of extreme weather days followed by Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh.
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