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A man walks across an empty street in Hong Kong, straining against an umbrella catching the wind

A man walks across an empty street in Hong Kong, straining against an umbrella catching the wind

Typhoon Wipha batters Hong Kong, sweeps down southern coast

Typhoon Wipha made landfall on China's southern coast on Sunday, battering Hong Kong and Macao on its journey west.

A villager in a flood-hit area in Pakistan is waving to others across a flooded plain

A villager in a flood-hit area in Pakistan is waving to others across a flooded plain

Pakistan's monsoon rains wash away livelihoods

Authorities in Pakistan have declared an emergency as farms and villages are flooded following torrential rain.

A thermometer against a cloudless, sunny sky

A thermometer against a cloudless, sunny sky

How Germany manages extreme heat and climate change

The next heat wave has been forecast in Germany. How is a country known for its lack of air conditioning preparing?

A damaged convenience store building washed away after heavy rains in Gapyeong, South Korea

A damaged convenience store building washed away after heavy rains in Gapyeong, South Korea

South Korea: Death toll from rains rises to 14

At least 14 killed after torrential rains this week triggered landslides and destroyed homes.

A man carrying belongings wades through a flooded village following heavy rains in the Taunsa district of Punjab province on July 16, 2025

A man carrying belongings wades through a flooded village following heavy rains in the Taunsa district of Punjab province on July 16, 2025

Death toll from Pakistan floods continues to rise

Heavy monsoon rain has killed at least 54 people in eastern Pakistan within the past 24 hours.

Rescue crews work to dismantle debris along river

Rescue crews work to dismantle debris along river

Texas flood: Rescue hindered by heavy rain forecast

Authorities face growing outrage over warning failures even as heavy rains are forecast to continue through Tuesday.

Spanien Cubelles 2025 | Ein Fahrzeug steht nach schweren Regenfällen und Überschwemmungen im Hochwasser

Spanien Cubelles 2025 | Ein Fahrzeug steht nach schweren Regenfällen und Überschwemmungen im Hochwasser

Spain: Two missing as heavy rains hit Catalonia

Firefighters in the northeastern region were searching for two people who were reportedly swept away by floodwaters.

President Donald J. Trump, center, first lady Melania Trump and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, attend a roundtable discussion at the Community Emergency Operations Center in Kerrville, Texas

President Donald J. Trump, center, first lady Melania Trump and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, attend a roundtable discussion at the Community Emergency Operations Center in Kerrville, Texas

Trump visits Texas flood sites amid search for missing

Trump visited parts of Texas that were hit by floods that left at least 120 people dead, while over 170 are missing.

USA Kerrville 2025 | Hubschrauber überfliegt Überflutungsgebiet nach Sturzflut

USA Kerrville 2025 | Hubschrauber überfliegt Überflutungsgebiet nach Sturzflut

Fact check: Texas floods — cloud seeding theories dismissed

Scientists have dismissed conspiracy theories that the Texas floods were caused by cloud seeding. A DW Fact Check.

Tourists at the Acropolis in Athens

Tourists at the Acropolis in Athens

Greece temporarily shuts Acropolis due to heat wave

Greek authorities were forced to close the Acropolis to protect tourists and workers from extreme heat.

A pickup truck sits damaged after deadly flooding in Kerrville, Texas, US, on July 5, 2025.

A pickup truck sits damaged after deadly flooding in Kerrville, Texas, US, on July 5, 2025.

Texas flood death toll jumps to 78 as search intensifies

Donald Trump signed a major disaster declaration following the flooding, which left dozens dead and missing.

Texas Game Wardens and local law enforcement carry the body of a flood victim from the banks of the Guadalupe River

Texas Game Wardens and local law enforcement carry the body of a flood victim from the banks of the Guadalupe River

Texas seeks US federal resources amid flood recovery efforts

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has requested support from US President Trump as rescuers race to find flood survivors.

Search and Rescue teams navigate upstream in an inflatable boat on the flooded Guadalupe River on July 4, 2025 in Comfort, Texas

Search and Rescue teams navigate upstream in an inflatable boat on the flooded Guadalupe River on July 4, 2025 in Comfort, Texas

Rising death toll in Texas floods as children remain missing

Authorities in the US state confirmed more than 20 children who attended the Camp Mystic summer camp were still missing.

First responders stand next to a vehicle and scan the banks of the Guadalupe River for individuals swept away by flooding

First responders stand next to a vehicle and scan the banks of the Guadalupe River for individuals swept away by flooding

Texas flash flooding kills at least 24 with several missing

Nighttime floods along the Guadalupe River caught residents off guard, with 20 girls from a summer camp still missing.

Pedestrians on a crosswalk with a display saying that the temperature is 43 degrees Celsius

Pedestrians on a crosswalk with a display saying that the temperature is 43 degrees Celsius

Working regulations under the scorching sun

High temperatures can make the working day unbearable. Are countries protecting their workers from the heat?

A metal bridge over a waterfall in Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh.

A metal bridge over a waterfall in Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh.

India: Dozens dead after heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh

The Indian weather department said the downpour is expected to continue until July 7.

A runner in front of the Berlin Cathedral and TV tower, with the sun bright in the sky

A runner in front of the Berlin Cathedral and TV tower, with the sun bright in the sky

What are urban heat islands?

Rising global temperatures pose big challenges for cities and fuel talk of "urban heat islands." What are they?

People stand with their luggage as smoke billows from a wildfire, in Ferma, on the island of Crete, Greece, July 2, 2025 in this still image from video obtained from social media

People stand with their luggage as smoke billows from a wildfire, in Ferma, on the island of Crete, Greece, July 2, 2025 in this still image from video obtained from social media

Crete: Wildfire on Greek island prompts evacuations

Hundreds of residents and tourists were evacuated from resorts in Crete, as strong winds further fanned the flames.

A man refreshes his head with water in a fountain in downtown Munich

A man refreshes his head with water in a fountain in downtown Munich

Historic heat wave hits Europe

Europe is suffering under an intense heat wave, with France and Spain reporting their first heat-related deaths.

A man standing in the street in Kolkata pours water over his head. A bus is seen in the background.

A man standing in the street in Kolkata pours water over his head. A bus is seen in the background.

Extreme heat's hidden health and economic toll

Deadly heat is already harming economies and human health worldwide. How can countries adapt to this silent killer?

A young woman holds a fan over her head and face

A young woman holds a fan over her head and face

Too hot to handle: Is this heat the new normal?

Heat waves are growing more extreme in many places around the world. How can the world adapt to such hot conditions?

Man pouring water over his head at a fountain in Guadalajara, Mexico

Man pouring water over his head at a fountain in Guadalajara, Mexico

Heat exhaustion or heat stroke: What to do in an emergency

In recent years, the arrival of summer has been accompanied by record high temperatures. Here's how to stay safe.

Woman's torso. She is wearing a dress and holding three water bottles close to her chest

Woman's torso. She is wearing a dress and holding three water bottles close to her chest

Southern Europe issues extreme heat warnings

Authorities in Spain, Portugal, Greece and France have issued alerts for extreme heat, wildfire and health risks.

A woman in Spain protects herself from the sun with a fan

A woman in Spain protects herself from the sun with a fan

Europe heat wave continues as UN chief warns of 'new normal'

Extreme heat is expected to move toward Germany by midweek. Spain and Portugal have topped June records, as well.

Tourists protect themselves from sun with umbrellas during summer heat wave in Seville

Tourists protect themselves from sun with umbrellas during summer heat wave in Seville

First summer heat wave of 2025 hits southern Europe

Southern Europe is sweltering, with Seville in Spain reporting record temperatures of far above 40 degrees Celsius.

Tourists cool off at the Barcaccia Fountain in in front of the Spanish Step in Rome

Tourists cool off at the Barcaccia Fountain in in front of the Spanish Step in Rome

Europe swelters as early summer heat breaks records

With temperatures in Spain setting new records for June, forecasters warn that more extreme heat is on the way.

A rescue worker rows a raft on choppy, muddy waters of the Swat River while searching for survivors

A rescue worker rows a raft on choppy, muddy waters of the Swat River while searching for survivors

Flash floods sweep away tourist family in Pakistan

Flash floods caused by pre-monsoon rains have killed several people in the Swat River Valley in northwestern Pakistan.

A rescue worker rows a raft while searching for survivors, after tourists, who were on a picnic, were swept away by overflowing floodwaters in the Swat River

A rescue worker rows a raft while searching for survivors, after tourists, who were on a picnic, were swept away by overflowing floodwaters in the Swat River

Pakistan: Flash floods kill 11 amid heavy rain warning

Pakistan's meterological department has said there is a risk of severe rainfall and more flash floods up until Tuesday.

Numerous tourists, one with an umbrella, at the Acropolis in Greece

Numerous tourists, one with an umbrella, at the Acropolis in Greece

Europe: Scorching heat grips the continent

The first heat waves of summer are hitting Europe. Forecasters say they are coming earlier and more often.

A drone view shows buildings and roads in floodwaters after heavy rainfalls

A drone view shows buildings and roads in floodwaters after heavy rainfalls

Record rainfall in China causes chaos

Heavy rainfall in southern China has caused severe flooding, sweeping away cars and forcing many to evacuate.

A man drinks water at Time Square in New York City on June 24, 2025

A man drinks water at Time Square in New York City on June 24, 2025

Extreme heat wave hits eastern United States

A climate phenomenon known as the "heat dome" is affecting New York and several other cities in the eastern US.

A rescuer helps evacuate a senior resident from a flood-affected area, carrying her on his back as water rushes by up to his knees

A rescuer helps evacuate a senior resident from a flood-affected area, carrying her on his back as water rushes by up to his knees

Massive rains cut off towns, villages in southern China

Authorities in the Chinese province of Guizhou are urging residents in low-lying areas to evacuate to higher ground.

A woman walks over a road with a sun umbrella

A woman walks over a road with a sun umbrella

Cities are appointing 'heat officers' to protect residents

As the planet warms and deadly heat waves worsen, newly appointed "heat officers" are building city resilience.

A gas station is damaged after Hurricane Erick hit near San Jose del Progreso, Oaxaca state, Mexico

A gas station is damaged after Hurricane Erick hit near San Jose del Progreso, Oaxaca state, Mexico

Mexico: Hurricane Erick weakens as residents clear debris

After making landfall as a major hurricane along Mexico's coast, Erick weakened to a tropical storm.

Construction workers working in the open in Islamabad, Pakistan

Construction workers working in the open in Islamabad, Pakistan

Pakistan: Extreme heat puts outdoor workers at risk

Laborers in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, toil in the open, even as temperatures soar past 45 degrees Celsius.

A dark haired younger woman and a blond older woman looking the camera.

A dark haired younger woman and a blond older woman looking the camera.

Major oil companies face first 'climate death' lawsuit

A US complaint against oil and gas companies claims they fueled the extreme heat that killed a Seattle woman in 2021.

A view of Cologne and the Rhine River, at a very low level, the dry sandy river bottom exposed

A view of Cologne and the Rhine River, at a very low level, the dry sandy river bottom exposed

Drought has many faces and many impacts

Droughts and water crises are worsening worldwide. What are the impacts — and how can we cope with increasing shortages?

Solar corona: a composite image taken by the European Proba-3 mission and released, June 16, 2025

Solar corona: a composite image taken by the European Proba-3 mission and released, June 16, 2025

Twin Proba-3 spacecraft create artificial solar eclipse

After a first-ever space maneuver, the European mission revealed new insights into the solar corona.

Twelve-year-old Sambilahatsa dropped out of school and works in the Vohibola mica mine in Madagascar's Anosy region

Twelve-year-old Sambilahatsa dropped out of school and works in the Vohibola mica mine in Madagascar's Anosy region

World fails to meet 2025 child labor target

Despite global gains on combating child labor, sub-Saharan Africa still has the highest number of underage workers.

A woman drinks directly from a water well as temperatures soar above 48°C (118°F) during a heatwave in Daska, located in the Sialkot District of Punjab province, in Pakistan, June 10, 2025

A woman drinks directly from a water well as temperatures soar above 48°C (118°F) during a heatwave in Daska, located in the Sialkot District of Punjab province, in Pakistan, June 10, 2025

Northern India and Pakistan scorched by relentless heatwave

Blistering heat swept across northern India and Pakistan as temperatures soared past 45°C, triggering health warnings.

A firefighter drinks water as smoke rises from burning vehicles at a car scrapyard in New Delhi, India, May 30, 2024

A firefighter drinks water as smoke rises from burning vehicles at a car scrapyard in New Delhi, India, May 30, 2024

How India is becoming more vulnerable to extreme weather

A new study has shown how extreme weather events are increasing in frequency and affecting quality of life.

A long view of a scenic road in a barren landscape

A long view of a scenic road in a barren landscape

Adapting roads, rails and bridges to extreme heat

How can we stop vital transport infrastructure from melting down in a hotter world?

People stand in flood waters at an intersection

People stand in flood waters at an intersection

The true cost of climate change

Green policies are often slammed or shelved for being too expensive. But delaying climate action will cost much more.

View of a residential area in Valencia under a bright blue sky, with a building under reconstruction on the right-hand side

View of a residential area in Valencia under a bright blue sky, with a building under reconstruction on the right-hand side

After the floods, Valencia's recovery continues

Six months after the floods, reconstruction efforts in Valencia remain ongoing.

Damaged buildings in Mokwa after the town was hit by torrential rains

Damaged buildings in Mokwa after the town was hit by torrential rains

Nigeria flood crisis worsens amid aid delays

Thousands of people have been left homeless and hungry after devastating floods hit central Nigeria.

Tackling the effects of extreme weather | Eco India

Fighting the effects of extreme weather, from the spread of invasive species to an increased risk of disease.

A man dressed in an orange coat and wolly hat stands in a field of flowers, with green mountains in the background

A man dressed in an orange coat and wolly hat stands in a field of flowers, with green mountains in the background

German court rejects climate case against energy giant RWE

A Peruvian farmer had sought damages from the German energy company for endangering his home due to melting glaciers.

Laborers push a cart along a road on a hot day in Lahore, Pakistan.

Laborers push a cart along a road on a hot day in Lahore, Pakistan.

Temperatures soar in Pakistan heat wave

Temperatures in parts of Pakistan have spiked up to 48 degrees Celsius, and people have been advised to stay indoors.

Rescue personnel patrol in flooded waters at homes in Port Macquarie, north of Sydney, Australia

Rescue personnel patrol in flooded waters at homes in Port Macquarie, north of Sydney, Australia

Massive floods wreak havoc in eastern Australia

The storms have dumped over six months' worth of rain over three days, authorities said, causing death and destruction.

Flooded streets in Port Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia

Flooded streets in Port Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia

Australia: Severe flooding in New South Wales

After days of heavy rain, entire villages are cut off from the outside world and the all-clear is not in sight.