A 29-member international team has drilled over 500 meters into West Antarctica, retrieving a unique sediment core. The find offers a rare geological record spanning 23 million years and could reshape climate predictions.
Disfrimur has become the first Spanish logistics company to operate the Iveco S-eWay Rígido, a fully electric heavy-duty truck. The vehicle will handle daily distribution routes between Murcia and Alicante, marking a key stage for zero-emission transport in Spain.
Drought is drying up the Iberian river crab’s habitat, leaving populations stranded in overheated pools. Disease carried by invasive species compounds the danger, putting the crustacean’s future in Spain at risk.
London is on track for its longest rainless period since 2018. Forecasts show no rain until late next week. The city is experiencing high temperatures and increased wildfire risk.
Storms and strong winds continue across eastern Spain, now mixing with Saharan dust. Muddy rains and yellow alerts are expected in Valencia and Murcia, with storms also reaching Andalusia. The calima is set to intensify and spread.
Spain is facing a severe wildfire crisis. The Orés blaze has burned more than 12,000 hectares and forced evacuations in five towns. The La Mierla fire is now threatening the core of Sierra Norte Natural Park.
A fast-moving wildfire in Lozoyuela has forced Madrid authorities to confine 2,000 residents and evacuate dozens. Emergency services have closed basic roads and deployed extensive resources to contain the fire.
A powerful 'El Niño' is forecast for late 2026, raising the risk of severe drought and extreme heat, with wildfires also a concern. Spanish authorities are preparing for possible record temperatures and economic impacts.
A wildfire in Guadalajara has prompted the evacuation of La Mierla and the confinement of Muriel. Authorities have called in the Unidad Militar de Emergencias, while roads are closed and emergency crews battle the flames.
Valencia authorities have signed a protocol to rebuild La Torre after the 2024 floods. The plan includes 1,206 public housing units and new public facilities. Higher safety standards and faster procedures are basic features.
Catarroja’s mayor warns that slow bureaucracy could delay full recovery from the 2024 floods for over a decade. Despite major government funding, only 1% of recovery projects have been executed. Basic public works remain stalled.
Spain faces a new surge of extreme heat next week. AEMET warns of high risk, especially in southern and central areas. Authorities urge caution as temperatures may exceed 40°C and wildfire danger rises.
Spain is facing longer, more intense heatwaves, with official data showing a sharp rise in heat-related deaths and forecasts pointing to temperatures close to historical records. The traditional summer risk calendar is increasingly out of sync with reality.
Civil Protection has extended heat and wildfire alerts in Catalunya. Emergency services remain on high alert. Access to eight nature reserves is restricted as temperatures soar and fire risk intensifies.
Barcelona will stage a major heatwave simulation in February 2027 to test the city’s ability to recover to temperatures of 50°C. Authorities aim to prevent service disruptions and protect vulnerable residents.
Spain's meteorological agency has declared a red alert in Valencia, warning of rare thermal bursts amid extreme heat and dry storms. Authorities also warn of intense winds and hazardous conditions.
Barcelona is under a red alert for extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 35°C. Authorities warn of tropical nights and little relief. Rain is possible later in the week, but the forecast remains uncertain.
Rhineland-Palatinate remains under intense heat and faces a high wildfire risk as thunderstorms threaten. Authorities warn that dry conditions persist and Rhine water levels are falling, disrupting safety and transport.
Bayonne is experiencing higher-than-average temperatures for mid-July, with clear skies and little cloud cover forecast throughout the day. The weather pattern is expected to shift in the coming weeks, bringing rain.
A private weather service forecasts a impressive hurricane threat to New England in 2026, in contrast with official forecasts of a mild season. It places the greatest risk along the New York-New England coast.
Barcelona Regional has launched a pilot tool to guide pedestrians along cooler, less trafficked routes. The system rates walkability and shade, aiming to make city travel safer during high temperatures.
More Spanish municipalities are handing smart wristbands to street cleaners and gardeners. The devices warn of dangerous rises in body temperature, following deadly heatwave incidents and mounting concern for outdoor workers.
A new wildfire in Rubió, Barcelona, has burned at least 27 hectares. Ninety firefighters and ten aircraft are on site. Strong winds and dry terrain are making containment difficult.
Antonio Sanz, Andalusia’s vice president, will explain the Los Gallardos wildfire in Parliament. The fire killed 13 people and burned 7,000 hectares. Opposition parties demand answers from President Moreno.
More than 10,000 deaths in the Barcelona metropolitan area have been linked to extreme heat over two decades. Residents of vulnerable neighborhoods face the greatest risk. Authorities now treat heat as a persistent structural threat requiring long-term planning.
A Stanford-led study uncovers why the Permian-Triassic extinction devastated some marine groups but spared others. The findings link survival to physiological differences, offering new understanding into past and future ocean crises.
A Stanford-led study explains why clam shells, rather than brachiopod shells, fill beaches today. The answer traces back to a selective extinction 252 million years ago, when warmer, low-oxygen seas changed marine life forever.
Left-wing parties in Andalusia are urging President Juan Manuel Moreno to explain his handling of the Los Gallardos wildfire, which left 13 people dead and exposed gaps in emergency resources. Political tensions are rising as opposition parties demand answers.
Pedro Sánchez urged a national agreement on climate action during his visit to Los Gallardos, Almería, where a deadly wildfire has prompted coordinated efforts from all levels of government. The call comes as climate risks intensify.
Spain’s first offshore solar platform has begun testing in Valencia. The project uses bifacial panels and a catamaran design. Authorities aim to boost renewable energy at the port and beyond.
After a devastating wildfire near Los Gallardos, Pedro Sánchez and Juan Manuel Moreno met in Almería. Both leaders stressed the urgent threat of climate change and warned of more severe fires ahead. Their joint appearance signaled a rare moment of unity.
Spain is set to face another extreme heatwave next week, with forecasts indicating temperatures could exceed 45°C in some areas. Experts warn of heightened risks for vulnerable groups and urge caution.
Artificial intelligence is driving a surge in water and electricity demand at data centers worldwide. A new UN report warns that by 2030, AI infrastructure could use as much water as the annual domestic needs of 1.3 billion people. The environmental cost is fueling debate over transparency and resource management.
A fast-moving wildfire near the A6 motorway has disrupted train traffic and forced road closures in Seine-et-Marne. More than 370 firefighters are battling the flames, while red heatwave alerts remain in place in 37 departments.
Thirty leading European trailer manufacturers have joined forces to challenge the EU’s latest CO2 emissions regulation. They warn that unrealistic targets could threaten jobs and the continent’s industrial base unless the rules are revised urgently.
