Severe weather unleashes chaos at Burning Man 2025, stranding 85,000 attendees in ankle-deep mud, cancelling events, and prompting urgent safety warnings. Get the full report on the festival's dramatic turn.
The US National Weather Service issues extreme heat warnings as Phoenix, Arizona, endures a historic heatwave with temperatures soaring to 47.2°C (117°F), posing severe health risks and straining infrastructure.
A desperate rescue mission is underway on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat after a British climber became stranded at 22,000ft. His son makes emotional plea as teams battle brutal -50°C winds on the world's ninth-highest peak.
A quick-thinking motorist became an unexpected hero on the M25 after stopping four lanes of traffic to save a terrified animal stranded on the busy orbital motorway. The dramatic incident, caught on dashcam, unfolded during rush hour, showcasing an incred
Groundbreaking research from the University of Bristol reveals that climate change is causing heatwaves to evolve at a frightening pace, becoming more frequent and intense much faster than previously predicted.
A heartwarming tale of survival in rural Victoria as a pet Indian myna bird, 'Desi Bird', is miraculously reunited with his owners after a two-day disappearance and a dramatic rescue from a tree hollow.
Chaos erupted at the iconic Burning Man festival as torrential rain transformed the desert into a mud bath, leaving thousands stranded, multiple injured, and one dead. The extreme conditions prompted a lockdown and a major emergency response.
In a breathtaking alpine rescue operation, teams battle extreme conditions to save a Russian climber stranded for nearly two weeks on Europe's highest peak with severe injuries. The dramatic Elbrus mission continues.
A desperate rescue mission to save a dolphin stranded in a Cornish river ends in heartbreak as the marine mammal succumbs to its injuries, despite the heroic efforts of medics and wildlife experts.
Typhoon Kajiki makes landfall, triggering mass evacuations in Vietnam and China's Hainan. Hurricane Erin also threatens Bermuda as global storm activity intensifies.
The UK is set for a dramatic shift in weather as the Met Office issues warnings for severe rainstorms and powerful 70mph winds. Discover the exact timeline for the incoming tempest and which regions will be hit hardest.
A 15-year-old boy is being hailed a hero after plunging into the River Thames to save a 54-year-old man from drowning in a daring midday rescue. The dramatic incident unfolded near Westminster, sparking a major emergency response.
Spain is battling its most severe heatwave ever recorded, with temperatures soaring past 47°C and triggering catastrophic wildfires. The historic event has prompted a national emergency declaration and widespread evacuations as scientists link the intensi
A perilous heatwave is scorching the US, placing over 80 million under heat alerts. With temperatures set to turn deadly, experts warn of life-threatening conditions and urge extreme caution.
A severe and prolonged heatwave is set to engulf the western United States, with dangerously high temperatures forecast from Washington through Oregon to California. The National Weather Service warns of potential record-shattering heat, health risks, and
A desperate rescue mission for a Polish climber with a broken leg on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat has been abandoned due to treacherous conditions, sparking anguish and controversy.
In a world-first emergency operation, French mountain rescuers used a drone-deployed zipline to save an injured Israeli hiker stranded on a treacherous Pyrenees peak near the Spanish border.
A dramatic high-altitude rescue is underway on Nanga Parbat as teams battle brutal conditions to save a stranded climber. Get the latest on this life-or-death mission.
Miami and South Florida endure a brutal heatwave with record-breaking 'feels like' temperatures exceeding 110°F (43°C), triggering urgent health warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Swiss man and his loyal guide dog narrowly escaped tragedy after their yacht sank off the coast of South Africa. Their rescue was delayed for days due to a bureaucratic standoff over the dog's paperwork, sparking international outrage.
The late August Bank Holiday weekend is set to be a washout for much of the UK, with the Met Office forecasting heavy rain and strong winds, dashing hopes for a final summer getaway.
The Italian island of Sicily has been plunged into chaos after catastrophic flash floods triggered by torrential rains. Catania bears the brunt of the devastation with submerged streets, overturned cars, and a tragic death toll. This is the unfolding stor
In an astonishing turn of events, a woman reported missing for five days has been found alive in a remote Scottish mountain range. The dramatic rescue operation has been hailed as a 'miracle' by emergency services.
A catastrophic rain bomb has unleashed chaos across New South Wales, with Sydney facing its worst flooding in decades. Evacuation orders are in force as rivers burst banks, threatening homes and critical infrastructure. Full details on the unfolding crisi
Breathtaking footage captures the moment a rare tornado tears through a Spanish town, hurling furniture and causing panic during an unprecedented heatwave that has also triggered devastating wildfires across the region.
A woman was dramatically rescued from the freezing River Darwen in Blackburn after falling in near Witton Park. Quick-thinking members of the public formed a human chain to save her before emergency services arrived.
A curious fox cub had a lucky escape in Surrey after getting its head completely stuck in a metal letterbox flap on a garden fence. Read the full story of the delicate RSPCA rescue operation.
A daring salvage expert, using his unique skills and a refurbished boat, becomes an unlikely hero after rescuing multiple victims from a critical incident in Central London, earning praise from emergency services.
A seasoned mountaineer has tragically fallen to his death while traversing the perilous Bristly Ridge on Snowdonia's Tryfan. The multi-agency rescue operation highlights the deadly risks of the Welsh mountains.