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Over 20,000 Fish Die After Pollution in River Glyde, Ireland

Over 20,000 fish, including salmon and trout, have died in Ireland's River Glyde due to suspected agricultural pollution. IFI is investigating and recovery efforts are underway.

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Getty Images A salmon splashing out of the water.

UK Summer Forecast: Increased Risk of Heatwaves and Warmer Temperatures

The UK is forecast to have a warmer summer with increased heatwave risks. Reservoir levels fell after a dry 2025, with mixed rainfall predictions. Water demand surged during recent heatwaves, highlighting potential supply pressures.

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family walking along a coastal prominade. one woman sitting on a bench looking out to sea.

Scottish Beach Find Advances Spanish Research on Endangered Deep-Water Shark

A wildlife tracking tag found on a Scottish beach, originally attached to a leafscale gulper shark off Spain, is aiding marine scientists in studying this endangered deep-water species.

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Solway Firth Partnership torpedo-shaped satellite tracking device used to monitor the movements of sharks and other marine creatures.

High Salinity in Water Impedes Recovery of Rare UK Natterjack Toads

A study reveals that high salinity in water is preventing the recovery of the rare UK natterjack toad by causing failed hatching and stunted growth at former breeding sites.

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Getty Images A natterjack toad sits on a rock in a pool of water with some plant life around it

Europe’s Heat Records Shattered Amid Unprecedented Early-Season Heatwave

Western Europe is experiencing unprecedented early-season heatwaves, with temperature records shattered due to a heat dome and human-induced climate change, signaling more extreme heat events ahead.

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Reuters People walk around a fountain, with blue sky and bright sunshine in the background. One woman is holding an umbrella for shade; other people are wearing sunhats and carrying bottles of water.

UK Records Consecutive Tropical Nights and Hottest May Temperatures

The UK experienced consecutive tropical nights and record-breaking May temperatures, with highs reaching 34.8C and widespread heatwave conditions across England and Wales.

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Man drinks from a water bottle, with the Palace of Westminster in the background

Island of Ireland Ties Warmest May Day Record at 28.4°C

The island of Ireland tied its warmest May day record at 28.4°C, with Northern Ireland and the UK also experiencing historic temperatures. Locals enjoyed the rare warmth, with UV levels remaining high.

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BBC Weather Watcher CountyDownCycling Castlewellan Peace Maze, green hedges in a maze pattern, with mountains visible in the background. It is a bright, sunny day with clear blue sky.

Sea Foam on Britain’s Coast Is a Natural, Harmless Phenomenon

Sea foam seen along Britain’s coast is a natural, harmless phenomenon caused by algae growth and weather, not pollution or sewage.

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How Hurricanes and Typhoons Form and Climate Change’s Impact on Their Strength

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is forecast to be quieter due to El Niño. Climate change isn't increasing storm numbers but intensifies their strength, rainfall, and damage potential. The IPCC warns of more intense hurricanes with rising global temperatures.

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Reuters Three people walk past damaged houses and fallen trees. The rubble is piled up behind them as they walk from left to right. The sky is light blue with clouds.

UK's First Megafire: Four-Day Moorland Blaze Devastates Highlands and Moray

A four-day wildfire in the Highlands and Moray last year has been identified as the UK's first megafire, burning vast moorlands and releasing centuries-old carbon from peat soils, prompting new research and government wildfire strategies.

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Peter Jolly/Northpix Flames engulf trees and send plumes of smoke into the air.

Cymru'n Wynebu Heriau Newid Hinsawdd Heb Baratoadau Digonol, Dywed Adroddiad

Mae adroddiad yn galw am well paratoadau yng Nghymru i wynebu effeithiau newid hinsawdd, gan gynnwys mesurau oeri mewn ysbytai, atal llifogydd, a chefnogi gwasanaethau brys sy'n wynebu pwysau cynyddol.

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Diffoddwyr tan yn ymateb i lifogydd yn Nhrefynwy

Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ Found at 13x Safe Levels in Southern England’s Solent

Scientists found toxic PFAS levels up to 13 times above safe limits in the Solent, linked to sewage and landfills, urging urgent bans and regulatory action.

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A man and a woman with two small children standing on rocks by the sea use nets on poles to scoop up marine creatures. Tankers can be seen in the waterway behind them