Australia is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 40°C in some areas, prompting serious warnings from the NRMA.

According to Türkiye's environment ministry, the country recorded its hottest July in 55 years, with temperatures at 66 of its 220 weather stations rising by an average of 1.9 degrees compared to previous years.

Severe weather continues to grip the U.S. with tropical rains expected to inundate Louisiana and extreme heat warnings affecting over 70 million Americans across multiple states.

Australian authorities have issued extreme heat warnings for southeastern and western regions, with Melbourne expected to reach 38°C (100.4°F) on Sunday.

Japan has recorded its hottest summer in 2024, equaling the record set in 2023, according to local media reports on Monday.

A new study warns that extreme heat-related deaths in Europe could increase dramatically in the coming decades, with projections suggesting an additional 55,000 deaths annually by 2100 if substantial climate change mitigation measures are not implemented, News.Az reports citing Anadolu agency.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres drew attention Thursday to the growing danger of heat to the world, News.Az reports citing Anadolu Agency.

Extreme heat this summer has led to a significant increase in liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices in Asian countries, according to Japan’s Nikkei newspaper.

Over 146 million Americans are under extreme heat alerts as dangerous weather sparks new wildfires, according to media reports.