Record-warm overnight temperatures were reported in parts of the U.S. Southwest on Friday as an extreme heat warning remained in effect across parts of California, Nevada and Arizona, according to the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS).
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Record-warm nights set in U.S. southwest heatwave
Record-warm overnight temperatures were reported in parts of the U.S. Southwest on Friday as an extreme heat warning remained in effect across parts of California, Nevada and Arizona, according to the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS).
Saturday, August 22, 2026
M5.8 Earthquake Hits Tokyo, Surrounding Areas; No Tsunami Warning Issued
An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 5.9 hit the Kanto region at 2 a.m. on Sunday, registering a lower 5 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 in Tokyo and three prefectures, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
US orders major Colorado River water cuts for California, Nevada, Arizona
US federal officials announced Friday that California, Nevada and Arizona will face significant reductions in Colorado River water allocations over the next two years as authorities respond to a prolonged drought affecting the basin, CBS News reported.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Danube navigation nearly impossible in Bulgaria as water levels plunge
The Danube River’s water level has plunged significantly, making navigation nearly impossible along its Bulgarian stretch, BTA news agency reported Friday.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Bulgaria restricts operation of Kozloduy NPP due to low water level in Danube
Bulgaria has to restrict the operation of its Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) due to low water levels in the Danube River, the country’s Energy Ministry reported.
Giant whales move into Greenland waters as ice disappears
Sea ice has been disappearing from East Greenland, allowing giant whales to take advantage and move into previously inaccessible areas.
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