The Humboldt Glacier, once Venezuela's last glacier, has melted away, leaving the nation devoid of glaciers. La Corona, as it was also known, dwindled to just 2 hectares, falling short of the minimum size requirement to retain its glacier status.
Heatwaves in Tamil Nadu have triggered coral bleaching in Palk Bay, with the Gulf of Mannar's temperature surpassing 33°C in April 2024. Half of the Porites coral genus exhibited bleaching, signalling a severe threat to coral health.
Heavy rainfall in Nagpur on Thursday led to flooding near Ambazari Lake and along the Nag River, reminiscent of the devastating floods last September that submerged over 25,000 homes. The downpour, which experts believe may break a record set in 1966
The study warns that climate change could lead to habitat loss for many venomous snake species by 2070, potentially increasing risks to human life. Countries like India, Uganda, and Kenya may face heightened snake bite incidents.
A massive dust storm and subsequent rainfall in Delhi and NCR resulted in two fatalities and injuries to 23 individuals. The impact was widespread, with reports of tree uprooting, building damage, and power disruptions across the city.
El Niño known for its global impact, is expected to fade away by June, paving the way for the emergence of the La Niña climate pattern later in the year. Recent observations indicate a weakening of El Niño, with below-average sea surface temperatures
A recent study by researchers at IIT-Delhi and IIT-Roorkee introduced a district-level flood severity index (DFSI) to assess the severity of floods in various districts across India. The study identified Patna, Murshidabad, and Thane as the most affected
April 2024 saw a continuation of record global heat, marking the 11th consecutive month of unprecedented warmth. The average global temperature for the month surpassed all previous April records, indicating a concerning trend in climate change
In April, the eastern region of India experienced a significant heatwave, with temperatures reaching record highs. Both daytime and nighttime temperatures soared above normal levels, marking some of the highest temperatures recorded since 1901.
Coastal areas of Kerala and southern Tamil Nadu are under an orange alert as the "kallakkadal phenomenon" brings rough seas and high-energy swell waves. INCOIS advises caution and avoidance of danger zones to mitigate risks to coastal regions.