Pets
Simičević: Climate Change Makes Mountains Increasingly Dangerous
Alpinist and journalist Vedrana Simičević warned on HRT's show about permafrost thaw, unstable glaciers, and a growing number of unprepared hikers.
Croatia
Croatia Under Siege: Adriatic Sea Hits Record Temperatures
Scientists warn of the disappearance of the native marine ecosystem, while Croatian Waters experts record the third negative water level record in two weeks.
Politics
EU warns: Europe unprepared for extreme heat, 16,000 additional deaths this year
The European Union's Health Security Committee has adopted an opinion urging member states to engage in systematic planning rather than reacting only when a crisis occurs, and the recommendations will also impact Croatia.
Crime
Risk of Forest Fires in Southern Europe Has Doubled Since 1981
New research from the University of Groningen warns of increasingly frequent extreme weather conditions conducive to fires, particularly on the Iberian Peninsula
Health
Climate change increases heat danger for babies: Here's how to protect them
As heat waves become more frequent, pediatricians warn of a new type of injury in young children, and data on car deaths is alarming.
Weather
DHMZ: Pyrocumulonimbus Clouds are Rare in Europe but Dangerous, Can Reach 15 km
Travel
Catastrophic wildfires ravage France and Spain, new heatwave threatens the Balkans
Weather
WHO: Wildfire Smoke a Health Emergency; EU Lacks Intelligence Network on Arson
Crime
More than 250,000 hectares ablaze: Europe on the brink of its worst fire season ever
Crime
EU agency warns: 'All of Europe could burn', wildfires ravage Turkey and Greece
Three firefighters killed in Greece, tens of thousands evacuated across southern Europe. Head of EU emergency response center warns of record wildfire season that could engulf the entire continent.
World
El Niño Threatens Record Heat, Shark Migrations, and $10 Trillion in Losses
Scientists warn that this year's El Niño could be the strongest ever recorded, already bringing a heatwave to South Korea and increased shark sightings along US coasts.
World
Fire near Bordeaux: 220,000 evacuated, new heatwave approaching
Firefighters in France and Spain battle worst wildfires in recent history, as heatwave threatens to worsen situation; Croatian media warn of ecological catastrophe.
World
Temperatures up to 45°C: New heat wave threatens wildfire-hit areas in France and Spain
Firefighters in a race against time as critical 30-30-30 conditions expected, sources warn.
World
Fires in Europe: New heatwave threatens France and Spain, Croatia prepares for heat
EU sends nine planes and two helicopters to help, Croatian pilots already fighting fires; Croatia faces high danger from heatwave from Thursday
World
Record Heatwave in Europe: 10,000 Dead, Fires Spreading in France and Spain
After the hottest June on record and thousands of casualties, Western Europe braces for a new heatwave that will complicate efforts to extinguish catastrophic fires.
Politics
Wildfires ravage France and Spain: over 300,000 people evacuated
Massive forest fires have hit regions around Bordeaux and Madrid, with firefighters warning of the danger of fire fronts merging. An area of nearly 70,000 hectares has been burned.
Politics
Germany, Sweden and Switzerland send aid to France in fight against fires
Devastating forest fires in southwestern France and Spain have forced more than 300,000 people to evacuate. European countries respond by sending aircraft and firefighting teams.
Politics
Fires Rage Across Europe: 250,000 Evacuated, One Fatality
Massive forest fires in France and Spain have spiraled out of control, scorching nearly 145,000 hectares. Experts warn that climate change is fueling more devastating fire seasons.
Politics
Fires near Madrid spiral out of control: over 25,000 evacuated
Spain declares national state of emergency as firefighters unable to contain blazes west of Madrid. Flames have also reached NASA's space observatory.
World
Wildfires in Spain: 60,000 Affected, Two Fires Threaten to Merge
Devastating fires in the regions of Madrid, Ávila and Toledo have affected at least 15,000 hectares. Thousands of evacuees are waiting in temporary shelters, unsure when they will be able to return home.