Satellites have transformed how we monitor our planet, especially when it comes to extreme weather. From hurricanes and typhoons to floods and wildfires, modern weather satellites can track storm evolution in real time and help assess damage after a disaster has passed.

Record heat, massive wildfires, dusty skies, and stormy weather defined Europe’s meteorological summer in 2025 – a season that tested resilience and underscored the urgency of climate adaptation.

Heat stress indices reveal how extreme weather feels and why it threatens human health.

Rising heat risks demand better planning, stronger warning systems, and targeted adaptation strategies.

Human activity drives a sharp rise in heatwaves, with some regions exceeding climate model projections.

Record-breaking heatwaves in 2024 pushed heat stress to unprecedented global levels.

Urban areas experience more intense heat due to dense infrastructure and limited green space.

Health risks surge as extreme heat becomes more frequent and prolonged.

Rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns fuel a global surge in extreme heat events.

Everything you always wanted to know about heatwaves but were afraid to ask.