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Daily Mail
21 minutes ago
- Climate
- Daily Mail
Why isolated American community is suffering huge number of babies with horrifying birth defects
It's the northernmost state in America, made up of remote towns and villages that suffer from brutal weather and months of darkness. Aside from Alaska 's harsh climate, the state also has to contend with a rising number of birth defects. Your browser does not support iframes.
Glasgow Times
22 minutes ago
- Climate
- Glasgow Times
What time should I shut my windows to stop the heat?
When extremely hot periods of weather arrive, it can turn our homes into what feels like a giant oven, often making them unbearable to live in. Bedrooms and living rooms can be the most difficult places to keep cool when temperatures reach over 30 degrees for days at a time. One thing many of us try and do to keep houses cold in hot weather is open curtains, blinds, and as many windows as possible to let the heat out. What is a heatwave? But actually, one of the easiest ways to keep your home cool during a heatwave is to keep your curtains or closed, particularly if the window sits on a south or west-facing wall, according to energy experts. Additionally, there are specific times of the day when you should keep your windows shut to keep your house cool. What time and temperature should I shut my windows to stop the heat? Energy experts at 100Green explained: 'When it's hot outside, it's best to avoid opening your windows when the outside temperature is higher than the inside temperature. 'In the UK, the average temperature for our homes is around 18°C, so when the weather peaks in the mid-20s in the afternoon, you'll want to avoid opening your windows until the evening. How hot will the heatwave be relative to a 'normal' July day? The below charts indicate that many areas could see temperatures 10°C above the seasonal average 🌡️ It also highlights a westward focus on where the peak of the heat will build — Met Office (@metoffice) July 9, 2025 'A good general rule of thumb is to only open your windows first thing in the morning or evening and throughout the night. 'This usually means avoiding having them open between about 11am and 3pm (the hottest part of the day).' What is the fastest way to cool a hot house? Other quick ways you can cool your house down in a heatwave, according to British Gas, are: Eat your meals outside 'Using the oven or hob can create extra warmth so instead of unnecessarily heating up your kitchen, take advantage of warm summer evenings in the garden instead. Fire up the BBQ or throw together a healthy summer salad.' How you can reduce your energy bills Use extractor fans cleverly 'Extractors don't just get rid of smells and steam – during hot weather they can be put to double use. Open your internal doors and leave your bathroom and kitchen fans running for a while to rid your home of some of the excess heat. Don't forget to shut the doors when you switch the fan off.' Fix reflective window film 'This is a super effective tool for keeping your house cool in summer by keeping the sun's rays at bay. It's not very expensive and widely used in hotter climates, and it can reduce heat and glare by up to 99%.' Recommended reading: Has the UK ever hit 40 degrees? Back in 2022, parts of the UK recorded temperatures of over 40C (104F) for the first time, the BBC reported. Temperatures hit 40.3C at Coningsby in Lincolnshire, while 33 other locations went past the previous highest temperature of 38.7C, which was set in 2019. At the time, the extremely hot weather caused a surge in fires, and numerous major incidents were declared by fire services. Meanwhile, some train services were cancelled due to tracks that overheated or buckled, and overhead cables failed.
North Wales Live
23 minutes ago
- Climate
- North Wales Live
Live updates - holiday traffic snarls tourism hotspots as temperatures soar
Traffic managers are reporting congestion on North Wales roads as holidaymakers take advantage of the fine weather. Tailbacks have formed on traditional pinch points like the A55 Britannia Bridge. But there are also queues at Bala, Gwynedd, as daytrippers head to Llyn Tegid to cool off. Other routes are also affected by large volumes of vehicles, reports Traffic Wales. This is a breaking news story. We will bring you all the latest as we get it via the live blog below. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. If you have some information you can contact us by following our Twitter feed @northwaleslive - the official North Wales Live account - real news in real time. Or like - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the North Wales Live. Don't forget you can also keep up to date with the latest via the free North Wales Live app. Download it for Apple devices here and Android devices here. 12:45Andrew Forgrave Heat stops trains Delays and some cancellations to train services are being reported on the line between Wrexham Central and Bidston. Transport for Wales says this is "due to a shortage of trains". Rail passengers in South Wales are facing major travel disruption after the heatwave brought several Valleys lines to a complete standstill. There are no services between Pontypridd and Merthyr and Aberdare as the railway line has been damaged by heat. Transport for Wales (TfW) say they are unable to run any services on the line today for "safety reasons". The cancellations are likely to cause significant disruption for the thousands of fans heading to the Stereophonics' second night at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday. Both lakeside car parks now closed Eryri National Park Authority said the Llangower car park on on the south side of Llyn Tegid is also full. If you were thinking of visiting the area this afternoon, park in town and walk down or arrange a visit at a different time.
Express Tribune
23 minutes ago
- Climate
- Express Tribune
Karachi to see partly cloudy, humid weather for next three days: PMD
Listen to article Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast partially cloudy and humid weather for Karachi Division over the next three days, with a chance of light drizzle during nighttime and early morning hours. According to the department, maximum temperatures in the city are expected to range between 33°C and 35°C. The overall weather will remain humid, with the humidity level likely to reach 70–80% in the mornings and drop to around 55–65% in the evenings. Winds are expected to blow predominantly from the southwest, although occasional gusts from the west may bring slight changes to local weather conditions. Meanwhile, the monsoon system remains active in parts of Sindh. Light rain has been predicted for several districts including Jacobabad, Kashmore, Ghotki, Sukkur, Dadu, Qambar Shahdadkot and Jamshoro. Light drizzle is also possible in Thatta, Sujawal, Badin and Tharparkar districts, while the rest of the province is expected to see warm, humid, and partly cloudy conditions. The Meteorological Department has advised citizens to stay updated with the latest weather reports and limit non-essential travel during early morning and evening hours due to the risk of health complications associated with heat and humidity. 'People should remain informed about the changing weather patterns and avoid unnecessary movement during peak humidity to stay safe,' the department said.
Powys County Times
23 minutes ago
- Climate
- Powys County Times
Delays on A55 and key routes as holidaymakers flood to Wales
MOTORISTS are warned to expect delays on the roads in North and Mid Wales today. With Wales temperatures soaring above those in Ibiza this weekend, holidaymakers are flooding over the border to enjoy the heat wave. It's meant that there is heavy congestion on the roads - especially the A55 westbound. Traffic Wales has warned of delays on the Nant-y-dugoed, Welshpool westbound, A494 Llyn Tegid, Bala & surrounding routes due to limited parking and A494 Drome Corner westbound (Cheshire to Flintshire).
