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Since early 2025, parts of Ireland have been affected by higher-than-average temperatures and little rainfall. In April, the European Drought Observatory, part of the Copernicus Emergency Management…

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EU Space Days take place in Gdańsk, Poland

From 27 to 28 May 2025, Gdańsk will be the site of the EU Space Days, organised by the European Commission under the auspices of the Polish Presidency of the Council of the EU. The event will bring…

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Severe flooding in New South Wales, Australia

In May 2025, three days of extreme rainfall prompted major flooding in the Hunter and Mid North Coast regions of New South Wales, Australia’s most populous state. The state’s emergency services…

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Dry conditions in the UK

The United Kingdom has been affected by drought conditions in the first half of 2025. Reservoir levels are already low following the driest spring on record in some regions, with nearly all UK…

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Glacial collapse buries Blatten, Switzerland

On 28 May 2025, the collapse of the Birch Glacier in the Swiss Alps caused a massive landslide, devastating the village of Blatten in the Lötschental valley. Around 3 million cubic metres of debris…

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Baa Atoll, the Maldives

Baa Atoll, located in the western part of the Maldives, comprises 75 islands, 13 of which are inhabited. Home to some of the most pristine coral reefs in the country, the atoll supports a wide…

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Tirana, Albania

Tirana, the capital and largest city of Albania, is the country’s political, economic, and cultural heart. Located in central-western Albania, the city is nestled in a plain surrounded by hills and…

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Mount Etna: eruption on 2 June 2025

At 11:24 AM local time on 2 June 2025, Mount Etna, the most active volcano in Europe, produced a spectacular eruption, propelling a dense column of ash and smoke several kilometres into the…

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Severe flooding in Romania

In late May 2025, parts of central and northern Romania were affected by severe flooding after days of heavy rainfall. 16 counties were impacted, prompting the evacuation of hundreds of people as…

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A new wildfire crisis in Canada

Since May 2025, dozens of intense wildfires have been burning across the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, affecting vast areas of the boreal forest and forcing the…

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Addressing coastal challenges in Puntarenas, Costa Rica

This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image from 20 March 2025 shows Puntarenas, Costa Rica from above. Puntarenas is a coastal city situated on a narrow peninsula and known for its beautiful beaches and rich…

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Restoring woodlands in České Středohoří, the Czech Republic

This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image shows České Středohoří, or the Central Bohemian Uplands, in the Czech Republic. This region is the site of the LIFE České Středohoří Project, launched in 2017. The…

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Visible impact of drought in Cyprus

The Eastern Mediterranean basin is currently affected by prolonged drought, as reported by the European Drought Observatory of the Copernicus Emergency Management Service (CEMS). These Copernicus…

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Nice, France

Nice, located on the southeastern coast of France along the French Riviera, is known for its stunning Mediterranean setting and rich cultural heritage. Situated between the Alps and the sea, Nice…

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Severe flooding in the Sylhet region of Bangladesh

From late May to early June 2025, Sylhet and surrounding districts in northeastern Bangladesh were affected by extreme rainfall. Approximately 405 mm of rain fell within 24 hours on 1 June, making it…

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Smoke over southern France

On 9 June 2025, a thin veil of smoke was observed drifting over several regions of France, including Normandy, Brittany, Occitanie, Auvergne–Rhône-Alpes, and Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. The smoke,…

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Lomé, the coastal capital of Togo

Lomé, the capital and largest city of Togo, lies on the Gulf of Guinea in the country’s south-western corner. Bordered directly to the west by the Volta Region of Ghana, Lomé serves as Togo’s…

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Rare snowfall in South Africa and Lesotho

On 7 June 2025, a rare and intense low-pressure weather system affected parts of South Africa and Lesotho, bringing snow, heavy rainfall, and cold temperatures. The event caused widespread disruption…

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The Alpine charm of Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein is a small, landlocked principality sandwiched between Switzerland and Austria in the heart of the Alps. With an area just over 160 square km, the country’s picturesque alpine…

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Maldonado, Uruguay

Maldonado, a department and city in southeastern Uruguay, serves as a cultural hub and administrative centre of the department. It is situated near the internationally renowned beach resort of Punta…