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As wildfires intensify and more people move to fire-prone areas, health and forestland experts are searching for ways to protect people from breathing in smoke.

Swell waves are created by distant weather systems, such as storms far away, and travel long distances. They may still be present even if the local wind is calm. This makes the predicting of swells and waves a complex science.

Extreme heat is putting people in Australia at serious risk of heart problems and premature deaths, according to new research. As the climate warms, rising temperatures could more than double Australia's burden of cardiovascular diseases by 2050.

The US Forest Service's wildfire management activities have been thrown into turmoil in 2025 with funding cuts and disruptions and uncertainty from the federal government, reducing their effectiveness at preventing catastrophic fires.

Researchers trace the root of flooding in Ghana's capital to poor and uncoordinated land use planning. They recommend that physical planning and other regulatory agencies are equipped to ensure the effective enforcement the relevant land use regulations.

A new study provides a tool for potentially recouping the costs of extreme weather amplified by climate change. It offers a scientific framework that can be used to trace specific climate damages back to emissions from individual fossil fuel companies.

A severe and prolonged drought continues to grip much of Africa, with far-reaching consequences for the environment, economies, and societies across the continent.

By integrating science, policy, and community action, Nepal can build resilience against landslide disasters and ensure safer living conditions for its people.