CLIMATE SNAPSHOT: Today’s Key Climate Updates You Need to Know

As citizens gaze through the smoky, sun-tinted atmosphere, they witness their city’s edge ablaze. From a ridge in Mandra, a region just to the west of Athens, renowned photographer Petros Giannakouris of Big Big News captures the locals as they observe firefighting helicopters battling three major wildfires devastating the Mediterranean landscape.

Tuesday saw thousands of individuals returning to their homes in the coastal regions south of Greece’s capital, after a significant fire had finally subsided. They had spent their night seeking refuge in hotels, public facilities, and even on sandy beaches.

As the world experiences a week of climatic extremes, with intense midsummer heat and heavy rainstorms plaguing various regions, here’s a snapshot of the current climate and extreme weather events:

— For both locals and tourists in the Mediterranean region, the advice from authorities is simple: Stay indoors. The heat is scorching. For more information, refer to reports by Colleen Barry and Jamey Keaten. Additionally, the wildfires continue to burn in Greece, Spain, and Switzerland.

— It’s not just an ordinary hot day in France. The country is setting its own heat records, causing distress for its typically hot climate. Seth Borenstein and Anita Snow share a detailed report.

— Persistent heat and drought in France have tourism providers concerned about their survival. Daniel Cole offers insights on their adaptation strategies.

— Experience the heatwave through the lens of AP photographers from around the world. You can view the captivating images here.

— Is there an alternative method for cooling your home? Isabella O’Malley delves into the realm of geothermal heat pumps.

— Spend some time exploring the detailed AP project, “Climate Connections,” a collaborative effort with Grist. Zoya Tierstein examines the intricate connections between climate change and disease.

QUOTE OF THE DAY: “I’ve been out here a long time and homeless for about three years. When it’s like this, you just have to get into the shade. This last week has been the hottest I ever remember,” shares Lisa Miccichi, 38, as she maneuvers her belongings-filled shopping cart through downtown Phoenix on Tuesday, in search of a cooler spot.

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• Colleen Barry and Jamey Keaten’s report: Read more
• Seth Borenstein and Anita Snow’s report: Read more
• Daniel Cole’s article on France’s heat and drought: Read more
• AP photographers’ images of the heatwave: View images
• Isabella O’Malley’s exploration of geothermal heat pumps: Read more
• AP project “Climate Connections” with Grist: Explore the project
• AP’s climate initiative: Learn more
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