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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Arvanitis: Need for immediate policy change to address extreme weather phenomena

Kostas Arvanitis, vice president of the Left and SYRIZA MEP, calls for an urgent policy shift to tackle extreme weather events affecting Europe, emphasizing the need for resilient infrastructure and a unified early warning system.

Feb 25 • 08:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cold front, supercell, and trough: the combination of factors that led to the tragedy of the rains in Minas Gerais

A combination of climatic phenomena has resulted in a historic storm in Minas Gerais, Brazil, leading to at least 28 fatalities and significant destruction.

Feb 24 • 21:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Visitors flock to Yosemite for firefall light show despite heavy snow

Despite heavy snow, visitors to Yosemite National Park are eager to witness the annual firefall event, which transforms Horsetail Fall into a stunning illuminated waterfall.

Feb 24 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A surprising tornado scared everyone in Catamarca: the phenomenon originated in a rural area of Aconquija

An unusual weather phenomenon, described as a tornado, occurred in Aconquija, Catamarca, alarming locals but causing no injuries or significant damage.

Feb 24 • 16:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Saharan dust cloud to sweep UK as blood rain warning issued

A blood rain warning has been issued for the UK as dust from the Sahara desert is expected to reach Britain within 24 hours, causing eerie weather phenomena.

Feb 23 • 16:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warning for drivers and pedestrians due to difficult weather conditions in this city: 'One of the most dangerous winter phenomena'

Authorities are warning of dangerous winter conditions, particularly ice formation on roads and sidewalks, indicating potential risks for drivers and pedestrians.

Feb 23 • 12:16 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The forecaster warns - with the warmth will come an unpleasant array of phenomena

A weather forecaster predicts significant weather changes in Lithuania over the weekend, with snow expected to transition into sleet and rain, leading to potentially icy conditions.

Feb 21 • 05:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An extreme summer on the coast: earthquake, meteotsunami, wind whirlpools, southeast winds, and storms - just coincidence?

This summer, Argentina's Atlantic coast faced a series of extreme weather and geological phenomena including earthquakes and strong winds, raising questions about their coincidence.

Feb 19 • 22:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cyclonic vortex may cause rain and thunderstorms in Sergipe

Sergipe is expected to experience rain and thunderstorms due to a cyclonic vortex affecting the region until Friday night.

Feb 19 • 15:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Latvia – unusual sights: we may soon see such sea phenomena in Lithuania

Severe weather has caused ice formations along the shores of Lithuania and Latvia, with the possibility of significant ice movement towards the shoreline due to changing wind patterns.

Feb 18 • 13:14 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

80 tons of snow and 300 kilos of grinding: "Never seen anything like it"

An unprecedented amount of snow, reaching 80 tons, and 300 kilograms of grinding material has been reported in Iceland, highlighting extreme weather phenomena.

Feb 17 • 16:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Severe Weather: The emergency bulletin from EMY has been updated – Where intense phenomena are expected in the coming hours

Severe rain, thunderstorms, and high winds are expected to hit various regions in Greece shortly, according to the updated emergency bulletin from the National Meteorological Service.

Feb 17 • 09:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Weather: Sunday with rains, storms, winds, and dust - Where intense phenomena are expected

Rainy weather is forecasted for Sunday in Greece, with warnings issued for strong storms and winds by the National Meteorological Service.

Feb 14 • 21:55 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Grand Return of Snow. We Know Where the Most Will Fall. Beware of Dangerous Phenomena, Warn Meteorologists

Czech meteorologists predict a significant snow event this weekend, with the most accumulation expected in areas like Ostrava, Šumava, and Krkonoš.

Feb 13 • 10:43 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Dangerous Weather Phenomena During Thaw: What is Wet Snow Cover?

Wet snow cover is a type of ice formation characterized by a layer of wet snow adhering to wires, trees, and other horizontal surfaces, typically occurring at temperatures around or above freezing.

Feb 12 • 10:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Important message from Lithuania: dangerous phenomena are expected

Lithuania's hydrometeorological service warns of a mix of precipitation, including snow and rain, along with a potential for freezing rain and increased caution advised for outdoor activities.

Feb 11 • 13:59 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Meteorologists Warn: Extremely Dangerous Weather Phenomena in the Coming Day

Meteorologists in Lithuania are predicting severe weather conditions including snowfall, sleet, and icy roads over the coming days.

Feb 11 • 13:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warning about Dangerous Phenomena: a Message about When the Cold Will Return

Lithuania is bracing for adverse weather conditions with predictions of snowfall and freezing temperatures over the next few days.

Feb 11 • 03:53 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Weather: Rain and storms in Attica – How the phenomena will evolve

Rain and storms are forecasted for the Attica region, with weather improving later in the day.

Feb 10 • 05:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

On alert for flooding phenomena are the municipalities of Orestiada, Didymoteicho, Soufli: Appeals to residents

Municipalities in Greece's northeastern region remain on alert for potential flooding due to heavy rainfall and concerns about dam overflow in neighboring Bulgaria.

Feb 7 • 07:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Colder in Florida: what's happening with winter weather and how long the temperature that freezes iguanas will last

Florida is expected to experience several cold nights as winter weather brings freezing temperatures and associated phenomena.

Feb 6 • 14:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The role of municipalities in the new bill 'Active Battle' of Civil Protection for flood phenomena

Greece's Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Minister, Giannis Kefalogiannis, addressed the responsibilities of municipalities and civil protection during severe weather events and introduced changes brought by the new 'Active Battle' bill concerning flood management.

Feb 6 • 13:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Leonardo Storm Continues, but the Rain Will Be Less Intense Than in Previous Days

The Leonardo storm persists, with less intense rains expected than in the previous days, but many regions are under alert for weather-related phenomena.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Frost from the East and the Polar Vortex. An Expert Explains Why This Year We Have a Real Winter

Professor Mariusz Figurski explains current severe winter conditions in Poland, attributing them to polar weather phenomena rather than a sign of global warming's end.

Feb 5 • 19:15 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Kallianos: Rain in waves and African dust over the next 10 days, see maps

Meteorologist Giannis Kallianos warns of prolonged instability with intense weather phenomena expected mainly from Wednesday evening onward.

Feb 3 • 10:49 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Bad Weather: New Images of the Destruction in Agiokampos

Severe weather hit the coastal areas of Larissa yesterday, with Agiokampos facing extreme weather phenomena that blurred the lines between land and sea.

Feb 2 • 05:50 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Weather: Virga clouds over the sky of Attica

Today, impressive weather phenomena known as virga clouds covered the sky of Attica, which the National Observatory of Athens explained as precipitation that evaporates before reaching the ground due to dry air layers.

Jan 16 • 10:26 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Weather: Cold invasion from Ukraine brings cold - Rain today in Attica

A cold front from Ukraine and the Black Sea is expected to bring significant temperature drops and local weather phenomena, including rain and possible snowfall in Attica.

Jan 16 • 06:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK snow maps show Brits face two 'rare and dangerous' weather phenomena

Weather maps indicate that the UK will experience an Arctic blast with temperatures dropping to -10C, introducing rare and dangerous weather phenomena including freezing rain and ice pellets.

Jan 15 • 20:18 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Lekkas on tornado in Alexandroupolis: The climate crisis has made extreme phenomena more frequent

A rare and severe tornado caused extensive damage in Alexandroupolis, Greece, with wind gusts reaching up to 130 km/h, but miraculously no casualties were reported.

Jan 12 • 12:14 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Birmingham's Sky Turns Pink, Sparking Awe and Fear

Birmingham experienced an unusual sight as the night sky turned bright pink, coinciding with heavy snowfall from Storm Gority, leading to widespread astonishment and speculation about the phenomenon's cause.

Jan 10 • 13:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Goretti Storm puts six communities on orange alert for coastal phenomena and snow

Six communities in Spain are under an orange weather alert for snow, coastal phenomena, and strong winds due to Storm Goretti, as forecasted by the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet).

Jan 9 • 08:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Snow maps reveal Brits face TWO dangerous weather phenomena after Storm Goretti

Britain is bracing for two rare and potentially hazardous weather events following Storm Goretti, with forecasts predicting up to 12 inches of snow today and severe winds.

Jan 8 • 13:05 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Severe Weather Strikes: When It Will Rain in Attica – Areas Affected by the Phenomena

Severe and persistent rains and storms are forecasted today as a new wave of bad weather sweeps across the country, particularly affecting western and northern Greece.

Jan 7 • 04:19 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Bad Weather: The Regions Under 'Red Code' - The Risk Assessment Committee Met

The Risk Assessment Committee convened to address the Extreme Dangerous Weather Phenomena Bulletin issued by the National Meteorological Service, resulting in the declaration of a 'Red Code' for several regions.

Jan 5 • 14:33 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Weather for Epiphany: Change in conditions with mud rains, severe phenomena coming to western Greece, Thrace, and the eastern Aegean

The weather forecast for Epiphany indicates a shift leading to mud rains and intense weather conditions expected in western Greece, Thrace, and the eastern Aegean region.

Jan 3 • 13:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Weather: A wintry New Year with cold, northerly winds and snow "sprinkles", where phenomena will occur

The New Year will see cold temperatures, northerly winds, and light snow in the Aegean, Crete, and mountainous regions, with a quick improvement expected after New Year's afternoon according to meteorologists.

Dec 31 • 06:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

A new era of extreme phenomena linked to climate change: "What used to be an anomaly is becoming the norm"

In 2025, climate change has intensified extreme weather events worldwide, pushing communities to their adaptability limits, according to a report by the World Weather Attribution (WWA).

Dec 30 • 00:01 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The Aemet activates the red alert in Málaga for rain and storms due to the storm

The Aemet has issued a red alert for Málaga due to forecasts of heavy rain, storms, and coastal phenomena in the Guadalhorce and Costa del Sol areas.

Dec 27 • 21:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Orange alerts in four communities and a weekend of rain, snow, and winter cold

Several Spanish communities are under orange and yellow alerts for coastal phenomena, snow, and rain due to an approaching front causing widespread instability, snow in lower areas, and cold winter weather.

Dec 19 • 09:31 UTC

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