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Canada Sets September Heat Record Amidst Intense Wildfire Season
British Columbia reached 40.8°C (104°F) on Wednesday, breaking Canada's September temperature record, following an intensely hot and dry summer that fueled the country's second-worst wildfire season, while a large hailstorm caused significant damage in Kansas and Oklahoma.
Canada Sets September Heat Record Amidst Intense Wildfire Season
British Columbia reached 40.8°C (104°F) on Wednesday, breaking Canada's September temperature record, following an intensely hot and dry summer that fueled the country's second-worst wildfire season, while a large hailstorm caused significant damage in Kansas and Oklahoma.
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4% Bias Score
Extreme Heat Fueling Wildfires Across the Western US
A dangerous heat wave impacting over 30 million people in the Western US is fueling wildfires in California and Oregon, while monsoon moisture brings thunderstorms and flash flooding risks to other areas; record high temperatures were set in several cities on Saturday.
Extreme Heat Fueling Wildfires Across the Western US
A dangerous heat wave impacting over 30 million people in the Western US is fueling wildfires in California and Oregon, while monsoon moisture brings thunderstorms and flash flooding risks to other areas; record high temperatures were set in several cities on Saturday.
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28% Bias Score
WHO, WMO Warn of Extreme Heat's Impact on Global Worker Health
The WHO and WMO issued a joint report highlighting the escalating risks of extreme heat on global worker health, particularly in sectors like agriculture and construction, urging governments and employers to implement heat action plans to mitigate the impacts on productivity and well-being. Over 2.4...
WHO, WMO Warn of Extreme Heat's Impact on Global Worker Health
The WHO and WMO issued a joint report highlighting the escalating risks of extreme heat on global worker health, particularly in sectors like agriculture and construction, urging governments and employers to implement heat action plans to mitigate the impacts on productivity and well-being. Over 2.4...
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32% Bias Score
Extreme Heat Disrupts Education in Puerto Rico
Extreme heat is disrupting education in Puerto Rico, as schools lack sufficient cooling systems due to damaged infrastructure from past natural disasters and an ongoing energy crisis, leading to frequent heat-related illnesses among students and teachers.
Extreme Heat Disrupts Education in Puerto Rico
Extreme heat is disrupting education in Puerto Rico, as schools lack sufficient cooling systems due to damaged infrastructure from past natural disasters and an ongoing energy crisis, leading to frequent heat-related illnesses among students and teachers.
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24% Bias Score
Southern Europe Wildfires: Mass Evacuations and Casualties Amid Extreme Heat
Extreme heat ignited widespread wildfires in Southern Europe, forcing mass evacuations in Greece, Spain, and Portugal, resulting in casualties and significant property damage, with arrests made for suspected arson.
Southern Europe Wildfires: Mass Evacuations and Casualties Amid Extreme Heat
Extreme heat ignited widespread wildfires in Southern Europe, forcing mass evacuations in Greece, Spain, and Portugal, resulting in casualties and significant property damage, with arrests made for suspected arson.
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20% Bias Score
Climate Change Drives 25-38% Decline in Tropical Bird Populations
A new study reveals that extreme heat events, exacerbated by climate change, have reduced tropical bird populations by 25% to 38% between 1950 and 2020, with the most dramatic effects seen in pristine rainforests, underscoring the urgent need for greenhouse gas emission reduction.
Climate Change Drives 25-38% Decline in Tropical Bird Populations
A new study reveals that extreme heat events, exacerbated by climate change, have reduced tropical bird populations by 25% to 38% between 1950 and 2020, with the most dramatic effects seen in pristine rainforests, underscoring the urgent need for greenhouse gas emission reduction.
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28% Bias Score
Canada's Heat-Related Deaths Highlight Systemic Failures
Canada's inadequate response to heat-related deaths, particularly among low-income individuals lacking air conditioning, highlights systemic failures in data collection, support programs, and building regulations, demanding a comprehensive approach for mitigation.
Canada's Heat-Related Deaths Highlight Systemic Failures
Canada's inadequate response to heat-related deaths, particularly among low-income individuals lacking air conditioning, highlights systemic failures in data collection, support programs, and building regulations, demanding a comprehensive approach for mitigation.
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40% Bias Score
Extreme Heatwave Grips Western US, Fueling Wildfires
Millions in the Western US face extreme heat warnings as temperatures soar above 100 degrees, increasing wildfire risks amid dry conditions; the Pickett Fire in Napa County has burned over 6,800 acres, while the Flat Fire in Oregon has consumed over 18,000 acres.
Extreme Heatwave Grips Western US, Fueling Wildfires
Millions in the Western US face extreme heat warnings as temperatures soar above 100 degrees, increasing wildfire risks amid dry conditions; the Pickett Fire in Napa County has burned over 6,800 acres, while the Flat Fire in Oregon has consumed over 18,000 acres.
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12% Bias Score
Extreme Heat Exacerbates Inequality in the US
Extreme heat disproportionately impacts low-income and minority communities in the US due to historical redlining and lack of green spaces, leading to higher mortality rates and health disparities; however, initiatives are underway to increase tree cover and improve public transit.
Extreme Heat Exacerbates Inequality in the US
Extreme heat disproportionately impacts low-income and minority communities in the US due to historical redlining and lack of green spaces, leading to higher mortality rates and health disparities; however, initiatives are underway to increase tree cover and improve public transit.
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20% Bias Score
Spain and Portugal Battle Devastating Wildfires Amidst Extreme Heat
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited wildfire-ravaged areas in Ourense and León, mobilizing over 13,600 security forces and 500 additional military personnel; neighboring Portugal battles nine major fires, requesting EU assistance as over 254,000 hectares burn across both countries.
Spain and Portugal Battle Devastating Wildfires Amidst Extreme Heat
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited wildfire-ravaged areas in Ourense and León, mobilizing over 13,600 security forces and 500 additional military personnel; neighboring Portugal battles nine major fires, requesting EU assistance as over 254,000 hectares burn across both countries.
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36% Bias Score
Extreme Heat Events Drive Significant Decline in Tropical Bird Populations
A new study reveals that extreme heat events, amplified by climate change, have reduced tropical bird populations by 25% to 38% between 1950 and 2020, with the most significant impact observed in pristine rainforests and even protected areas.
Extreme Heat Events Drive Significant Decline in Tropical Bird Populations
A new study reveals that extreme heat events, amplified by climate change, have reduced tropical bird populations by 25% to 38% between 1950 and 2020, with the most significant impact observed in pristine rainforests and even protected areas.
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16% Bias Score
Extreme Heat Drives 25–38% Decline in Tropical Bird Populations
A new study reveals that extreme heat events, amplified by climate change, have caused a 25%–38% reduction in tropical bird populations between 1950 and 2020, surpassing the impact of average temperature increases and threatening biodiversity in even protected areas.
Extreme Heat Drives 25–38% Decline in Tropical Bird Populations
A new study reveals that extreme heat events, amplified by climate change, have caused a 25%–38% reduction in tropical bird populations between 1950 and 2020, surpassing the impact of average temperature increases and threatening biodiversity in even protected areas.
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24% Bias Score
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