As winter approaches, the Northern Hemisphere faces growing challenges linked to climate change, with unpredictable snowfall patterns and shorter snow seasons impacting ecosystems, water resources, and industries. These shifts underscore the importance of tools like the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service (CLMS), which provides critical data on...

On 9 December 2024, a wildfire, identified by the local authorities as Franklin Fire, broke out in Malibu, California, destroying multiple structures and forcing the evacuation of 6,300 people. Two days after the start of the event, the Franklin Fire remained only 7% contained, causing school closures and the deployment of almost 2,000...

Venice, Italy, is a historic city renowned for its canals, stunning architecture, and rich cultural heritage, drawing millions of visitors each year.   In November 2019, the worst recorded flood since 1966 affected more than 80% of the city, causing millions of euros in damage. Since then, restoration efforts have been underway to repair the...

The Ottenby nature reserve, located on the southern tip of Öland, Sweden, is a diverse natural area renowned for its rich biodiversity. This Natura 2000 and Ramsar Site includes wet grasslands, beaches, pastures, and sandbanks. Known as one of the top areas for birdwatching in Sweden, 377 species of birds have been observed at Ottenby. At the...

Report on the second cycle of interaction with national users in Portugal