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Survey Finds 88% Of US Voters Favor Employer Heat Protections
Data for Progress found 61% of voters believe extreme weather events became more frequent. 88% of participants favor policies requiring employers to provide heat protections.
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5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Kills Five in Peru Andes Region Saturday
A 5.5-magnitude quake hit Peru's Andes region Saturday, killing at least five people. More than 20 people sustained injuries while 300 residents were displaced due to structural failures in adobe buildings.
Venezuela Secures $346 Million From IMF For Earthquake Recovery Efforts
The International Monetary Fund released $346 million to Venezuela for emergency earthquake recovery. UN estimates recovery efforts could cost $37 billion following the disaster that killed 5,119 people.
Des Moines Ends Mosquito Program As Iowa Surveillance Records Decade Lows
Des Moines discontinued mosquito spraying and monitoring due to budget concerns as trap counts hit decade lows. Flooding may increase populations soon, but paused program will not track the rebound or test viruses.
Bureau of Reclamation Projects Lake Mead Water Levels to Drop by 2028
Bureau of Reclamation released projections Wednesday showing Lake Mead dropping to 1,009.69 feet by June 2028. Forecasts set the stage for reduced water allocations to Arizona and Nevada as current rules expire this year.
Spain Wildfires Kill 13 As France, Portugal, UK Experience Record Fires
France, Portugal, Spain, and the UK experienced record wildfires during July 2024. Thirteen people died in Spain and firefighters in France tackled 300 fires simultaneously.
Tennessee State Officials Hold Open House For Roaring Creek State Park Plans
Tennessee state officials held a public open house on July 16, 2026, in Sale Creek to gather input on a new state park. The proposed 1,300-acre Roaring Creek State Park would become Tennessee's 70th state park if completed.
Responders Free Juvenile Humpback Whale From Crab Pots Near Juneau Alaska
Response team freed juvenile humpback whale from crab pots near Juneau Alaska May 11. Biologists made four cuts during over 5 hour operation while Coast Guard directed traffic.
Monticello Utah Lowers Evacuation Status as Babylon Fire Reaches 54 Percent
Babylon Fire is 54 percent contained near Monticello, Utah, allowing officials to lower evacuation warnings. More than 1,500 firefighters work on 106,000 acres as federal agencies allocate nearly $42 million for response.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Announces Houston Toad Sighting After 50 Years
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced a male Houston toad sighting on private property in Bastrop County. Biologists released approximately 170,000 eggs at the site as part of a reintroduction strategy.
EuroMOMO Records Excess Deaths Across 27 European Countries From 2026 Heatwave
EuroMOMO recorded excess deaths across 27 European countries during June 22 to June 28, 2026. Scientists attributed the mortality surge to an extreme heatwave, with a significant number of deaths among people aged 65 and older.
Canadian National Rail Crew Survives Wildfire Near Armstrong, Ontario
Canadian National Rail crew members were trapped by a wildfire near Armstrong, Ontario, on July 13, 2026. The company suspended operations and stopped three additional trains hauling flammable materials as a precaution.
National Weather Service Issues Flash Flood Emergency for City of Boerne
The National Weather Service declared a Flash Flood Emergency for Boerne until 8:15 p.m. July 15, 2026. Officials closed River Road and opened a shelter at Boerne ISD Central Offices after rescues of two stalled vehicles.
New Jersey Experiences Temperatures Exceeding 100 Degrees During July 2026
New Jersey recorded temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit during a heatwave in July 2026. Climate data indicates summer heat periods lengthened by 20 days compared to the 1990s.
Texas Harris County Attorney Files Notice Of Intent To Sue Waste Management
Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin filed a notice of intent to sue regarding Hawthorn Park landfill. If successful, legal action would move the permit toward closure and trigger long-term environmental monitoring.
150,000 Florida Farmworkers Confront Heat Risks Under State Law Limits
150,000 Florida farmworkers confront risks from extreme heat and pesticides while state laws prevent local safety measures. Jeannie Economos says dehydration impairs organs and workers sometimes wear diapers.
Center for International Environmental Law Reports Eight Nations Knew Climate Risks
The Center for International Environmental Law released a report stating eight nations knew climate risks decades ago. These nations account for about 40 percent of global emissions since the fossil fuel era began.
Two Titan Arums Bloom Simultaneously at Huntington Library in California for 7,000 Visitors
Two titan arums bloomed simultaneously at the Huntington Library in California on Monday. More than 7,000 visitors attended the event before the flowers closed within 48 hours.
National Interagency Fire Center Sets Preparedness Level 4 For U.S. Wildfires
The National Interagency Fire Center set the national preparedness level to 4 by late June 2026. Nearly 17,000 personnel are deployed across more than a dozen states as burn area exceeds 5,600 square miles.
Montgomery County Residents Report Flooding Blocks Decker Oaks Estates Access
Decker Oaks Estates residents in Montgomery County say flooding blocks neighborhood access and strands vehicles. Residents urge officials to fix drainage issues while waiting for a permanent solution for safety concerns.
Two Earthquakes Strike North-Central Venezuela On June 24 And Kill Thousands
Two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck north-central Venezuela on June 24. Government officials stated thousands died and others were injured in rare seismic doublet sequence.
Andersons Renewables Proposes Carbon Capture Project in Clymers, Indiana.
Andersons Renewables proposed injecting carbon dioxide underground at an ethanol plant in Clymers, Indiana. Residents were asked to accept $150 yearly for allowing a carbon sink under properties.
Harris County Breaks Ground on $32.7 Million Poor Farm Ditch Project
Harris County broke ground on the $32.7 million Poor Farm Ditch Project on July 13, 2026. Widening the channel will increase flow area by more than 60% to protect 500 homes in West University Place and Southside Place.
Wildfire Burns 1,900 Acres in Fontainebleau Forest Southeast of Paris
The wildfire erupted in Fontainebleau forest late Sunday and burned approximately 1,900 acres by Monday. About 400 firefighters worked to contain the flames, and train service was returning to normal Monday morning.