Heat
Record Korean peninsula heatwave sets 122-year high temperature of 42.5°C
South Korea's weather agency warned temperatures could rise further in western regions this week.
Climate change made 'fire-prone' weather conditions more likely in Spain and France, scientists say
Record heatwave expected to hit Israel this weekend with potential 47°C in Sea of Galilee region
Adapting to heat: Will we soon see air conditioners at the Colosseum and the Acropolis?
A fowl turn of events: Tens of thousands of Israeli chickens die in heatwave
The current heatwave is estimated to have caused about NIS 20 million in damages in the agriculture sector.
'The Sizzling Schnitzel:' A startling summer warning for parents
"The video," United Hatzala explained in a statement, "serves as a powerful reminder of the life-threatening consequences that can result from negligence with regard to leaving children in cars."
Israeli co. unveils clean heat system with 97-99% efficiency
The bGen ZERO system has enhanced energy efficiency over the TES system.
Israelis enjoy brief respite from extreme heat wave
Wednesday will bring clear skies and a further increase in temperatures, returning the country to an uncomfortable heat.
Risk of fatal heart attack may double when the air is hot and dusty
The researchers estimated that about 2.8% of heart attack deaths could be attributed to the combination of extreme temperatures and high levels of fine particulate pollution.
Israeli scientists ‘hire’ fruit bats to participate in experiments on where air is warmer in cities
"Thanks to the bats, we were able to create the first three-dimensional map of Urban Heat Islands in Gush Dan," said Prof. Alexandra Chudnovsky.
How to best take care of your cat on hot summer days
Just as we have to be careful of the many dangers that lie in the hottest season of the year, we need to make sure we are taking care of our cats.
Not what you thought: The best drink for staying hydrated in summer
Beat the heat with milk! The Israeli summer challenges us, but a study finds water isn't the most efficient drink for hydration.
The hottest June yet: NASA report finds June 2023 to be hottest recorded
June's heatwave may be incomparable to others - with data compared as far back as the early 1950s.
'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.
