Science Mar 20 The Southwest smashing heat records in March 'is what climate change looks like' By Seth Borenstein, Associated Press
World Aug 13 At least 3 dead and thousands displaced as wildfires rage across southern Europe Thinly-stretched crews are fighting to contain blazes after weeks of searing heat. By Derek Gatopoulos, Llazar Semini, Associated Press
World Aug 12 Millions face record heat in Europe as wildfires prompt evacuations Europe is warming faster than any other continent, at twice the speed of the global average since the 1980s. By Suman Naishadham, Associated Press
World Aug 11 A heatwave scorches parts of Europe and fans wildfire threat in southern France Scientists say Europe is becoming the world's fastest-warming continent. By Thomas Adamson, Associated Press
World Aug 06 France's biggest wildfire of the summer has eclipsed the size of Paris and is still spreading Thirteen people, including 11 firefighters, are injured. The mayor of one village says at least half of it has burned and describes a “hellish” landscape. By Sylvie Corbet, Associated Press
Jul 02 European heat wave fuels deadly Spanish wildfire as European Union presents plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions By Joseph Wilson, Associated Press Spanish authorities say two people have died in northeastern Spain in a wildfire that spread quickly before firefighters brought it under control. Continue reading
Jun 30 Wildfires burn in Turkey as scorching temperatures grip Europe By Suzan Fraser, Joseph Wilson, Associated Press Data from European forecasters suggests other countries are set to broil further in coming days — with new highs expected on Wednesday — before rain brings respite in some areas later in the week. Continue reading
Jun 20 What to know about summer solstice, the longest day of the year By Associated Press Peak sunshine has arrived. Continue reading
Aug 21 Triple-digit temperatures scorch Southwest, putting millions under excessive heat warnings By Ken Miller, Nadia Lathan, Associated Press A major heat alert is in place for Texas, reflecting what the weather service called “rare and/or long-duration extreme heat with little to no overnight relief.” An extreme heat alert was issued for eastern New Mexico. Continue reading
Jul 10 Hurricane Beryl leaves millions in Texas without power amid high heat and humidity By Associated Press More than 1.7 million homes and businesses in Texas lacked electricity Wednesday morning. Continue reading