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Will India lightning strike deaths rise as climate change worsen?
Source: Straits Times
Date: 22 Jun 2023
Lightning killed four villagers on May 6 – two people herding sheep and a couple working on their farm – marking the first time the area has experienced a lethal storm as climate change fuels the risk of more frequent strikes across India.
Bangladesh offers a glimpse of the water crises of tomorrow
Source: New York Times
Date: 25 Jun 2023
Bangladesh has succeeded in saving lives during cyclones and floods. But there’s a host of other challenges to address, all at once: finding new sources of drinking water for millions along the coast, extending crop insurance, preparing cities for the inevitable influx of migrants from the countryside, even cultivating good relations with neighboring countries to share weather data.
How climate change fuels extreme heat
Source: Pakistan Today
Date: 22 Jun 2023
Heatwaves in Asia and beyond have broken records this year, and the impending El Niño event promises even more extreme temperatures. Extreme heat is defined relative to regional averages, making it context-dependent. Climate change, driven by greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, traps heat, leading to global warming and intensified heatwaves.
Urban heat islands exacerbate the issue, with cities lacking greenery and relying on energy-intensive cooling technologies. Attribution science connects most heatwaves to climate change, while extreme heat poses health risks, particularly to vulnerable groups. Higher temperatures and humidity can result in heat-related illnesses and affect millions globally.
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