Heatwave

Thousands of hectares in flames as Belgium's biggest wildfire on record heads towards Germany

The fire is more than double the size of a blaze in 2011 that burned close to 1,400 hectares, data from ​the European Forest Fire Information System showed.

Fire rages in the Hautes Fagnes (High Fens) nature reserve, on Friday 14 August 2026 in Kettenis, Eupen.
People walk in the rain in Jerusalem, August 15, 2026.

August disguised as fall: Thunderstorms, extreme heatwave expected as Israel nears end of summer

A wildfire burns in a canyon near Asomatos village on the island of Crete, Greece, July 30, 2026.

Israeli arrested for allegedly lighting barbecue at rented villa, sparking wildfire in Crete

An aerial view shows burnt houses as the wildfire continues to spread to the golf course on August 14, 2026 in Stourbridge, England. During the UK's hottest day of the year, with temperatures soaring to 38.1°C, an extensive wildfire has spread to at least six homes on the edge of the golf course in

England and Wales wildfires reach record level as heatwave fuels new blazes


Israel’s hotter than hell: Can climate change be reversed?

Heatwaves continue to become longer, more frequent and more extreme as the years progress.

 Illustrative image of a blazing sun.

'Heat storm' stretches into southern Europe, health alerts issued

Europe's highest recorded temperature of 48.8C (119.8F), registered in Sicily two years ago, could be exceeded in the coming days.

 Sweltering summer sun.

Israel's extreme heat wave: How much longer will it last?

On Monday, the heat is expected to reach its peak, with temperatures projected to reach 45C (113F) at the Dead Sea.

 Israelis enjoying the beach in Ashkelon during a heatwave, August 27, 2022

Netanyahu suffered from more than dehydration - neurologist

According to sources from Sheba Medical Center, the prime minister lost consciousness while at home in Caesarea and fell as a result, hitting his head.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds a press conference at the Ministry of Defense in Tel Aviv on April 10, 2023.

Extreme heatwave in Israel: What to expect and how to stay safe

Most of the country will experience temperatures ranging from 91-96F (33-36C), although some locations will reach 100-109F (38-43C).

Israelis enjoy the beach in Tel Aviv as a winter heatwave hits Israel, February 28, 2023.

How can you protect yourself in extreme heatwave?

According to the meteorological service, in the coming days are expected to bring extreme heat throughout the country. How can you deal with the heat and keep healthy?

 Metzitzim Beach, June 1, 2023.

World breaks hottest-day record three days in a row in one week

On Thursday, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service said June was the hottest month ever, smashing the previous June record in 2019 by a substantial margin.

 Sweltering summer sun.

From 'facekinis' to arm sleeves, sun protection gear sells out in China heatwave

Other larger brands, such as Anta, Uniqlo, Lululemon and Decathalon have also added clothing such as UV-tinted hats and jackets to their local product assortment.

 A woman wearing facekini adjusts the mask on a child on a beach on a hot day in Qingdao, Shandong province, China August 10, 2018. Picture taken August 10, 2018

Sleeping shirtless in a heatwave: Why it's a mistake you should avoid

While sleeping shirtless during the summer seems like it has benefits, sleep experts and psychologists believe it could be harming you.

 Can't sleep because of the heat? (illustrative)

More than 100 dead in northern India as heat wave scorches region

India has been pounded by extreme early summer heat, with temperatures in some regions reaching 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit).

 Women labourers rest under a tree on a hot summer day near India Gate, in New Delhi, India May 15, 2023