Residents urged to join nationwide butterfly countBCP Council is urging residents to join the Big Butterfly Count until 9 August to help track how hot weather and climate change are affecting local species.3 min read
Evacuated Cairngorms wildfire residents allowed to return homeResidents evacuated from Nethy Bridge in the Cairngorms have been allowed home after police said the wildfire was no longer a major incident, though crews continue to tackle the blaze.2 min read
Europe wildfires force mass evacuations in France and SpainWildfires in France and Spain have forced more than 300,000 people to evacuate, with France’s Bordeaux region and Spanish areas near Madrid among the worst hit.5 min read
Algae closures hit Camlough and Craigavon during summer crowdsBlue-green algae has returned to Camlough Lake and Craigavon Lakes, forcing closures and hurting summer trade as warnings remain in place.6 min read
French beekeepers denounce lifting of pesticides banFrench beekeepers and environmental groups have condemned a new law allowing waivers for two banned pesticides, warning it could harm bees, biodiversity and honey production.7 min read
How to see July’s full Buck Moon in the night skyThe July full Buck Moon will peak at 15:36 BST on 29 July, but will still appear full overnight on Tuesday and Wednesday. Clearer skies in parts of the UK may aid viewing.3 min read
Another UK heatwave looms after cooler weekendTemperatures are forecast to rise again next week, with another UK heatwave possible across England and parts of Wales and highs of 35C in the hottest areas.3 min read
Nethy Bridge residents cleared to return after Cairngorms wildfire evacuationResidents of Nethy Bridge can return home after evacuation as the Cairngorms wildfire major incident is stood down.2 min read
Wildfires force mass evacuations in France and SpainMore than 250,000 people have fled wildfires in France and Spain as crews battle blazes near Bordeaux and Madrid, with evacuations, one death in València and EU reinforcements.6 min read
Wildfires force mass evacuations in France and SpainMore than 250,000 people have evacuated in France and Spain as wildfires driven by heat and strong winds spread toward Bordeaux and trigger health warnings in Madrid.5 min read
What you need to know about the hosepipe banThames Water has imposed a hosepipe ban for 10.1 million customers amid dry weather and high demand. Some exemptions apply, and there is no end date set.2 min read
France and Spain battle wildfires as Bordeaux suburbs evacuateWildfires forced evacuations near Bordeaux and in Spain, where authorities declared a national emergency and sought EU help as more than 200,000 people were affected.5 min read