On 4 November 2024, the Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted, impacting seven villages and killing at least ten people. Officials declared a state of emergency to ensure that aid can reach affected residents. On 13 November, a new eruption occurred, impacting the ability of flights to land or depart from the Bali...

Document describing the event methodology and workflow of Copernicus4Schools - The Great Disaster Challenge.

The Dhofar Mountains in southern Oman are home to the desert cloud forest, a unique ecosystem supporting a rich diversity of wildlife. During the monsoon season, the mountains capture moisture-laden clouds from the Indian Ocean, supplying over 90% of the region’s groundwater and creating conditions for species to thrive in an otherwise arid...

Severe air pollution is a common issue in South Asia in the autumn and winter, occurring when cold air traps dust, emissions, and smoke from fires. Authorities in the Pakistani province of Punjab have ordered schools in several areas to close until 17 November 2024, shifting to online classes to protect children from hazardous air pollution....

This Copernicus Sentinel-3 image acquired on 14 November 2024 shows a Saharan dust plume stretching over 700 km across the Mediterranean Sea. In this image, the plume can be seen extending from Algeria northward over the Spanish Balearic Islands. The suspension and transportation of Saharan dust in the atmosphere can cause a haze in affected...

Mount Fuji, Japan's iconic landmark and highest peak at 3,776 meters, recently saw its first snowfall this year —marking the end of the mountain's longest snow-free period since records began 130 years ago. Typically, Mount Fuji receives snow in early October, but unusually warm weather delayed snowfall until November. This delay follows...

Last year, with a prize pool of €1 million, CASSINI Challenges supported innovative commercial solutions using EU Space data from EGNOS, Galileo, and/or Copernicus. Dozens of companies and startups participated, presenting ideas, prototypes, or products, with tailored solutions focused on specific innovation areas.

During the second weekend of November 2024, the Spanish Canary Islands were affected by a light haze and record-breaking temperatures for the month. La Aldea de San Nicolás, a municipality of the island of Gran Canaria, reached 35.7°C on 9 November. This surpasses the previous record set in 2023, when the Islands were hit by the warmest...

In the Greek village of Kissos, chestnuts trees have been affected by months of extreme heat and drought following the country’s warmest winter and summer on record. Much of Greece's chestnuts have been similarly impacted, with this year’s harvest expected to be about half the average of the past five years. The extreme weather conditions have...

Las Vegas, USA, has emerged as a leader in sustainability thanks to policies promoting renewable energy, water conservation, recycling, and green buildings. Water consumption in the city has decreased significantly despite a large growth in population, and by 2030, half of electricity in the state of Nevada is expected to come from renewable...

The province of Antwerp, in northern Belgium, is leading the way in the energy transition. Bolstered by collaborations between climate conscious citizens and local authorities, the province is home to five energy cooperatives, most of which started as citizen initiatives.  The city of Mechelen, visible in this false colour image acquired by one...

In early November 2024, Hurricane Rafael, visible in this Copernicus Sentine-3 image acquired on 7 November 2024, made landfall in Cuba as a Category 3 storm, destroying hundreds of homes and other infrastructure and causing island-wide power outages.  Over 283,000 people have been evacuated, including nearly 100,000 people in Havana. Rafael,...

The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) has published its latest monthly Climate Bulletin, focused on key climate trends in October 2024.The bulletin reports that October 2024 was the second-warmest October on record globally, surpassed only by October 2023. The month was 0.80°C warmer than the 1991-2020 October average, with an absolute...

Traditional Finnish ice preservation methods have inspired modern snow storage solutions to support Europe’s ski resorts amid warmer temperatures and shorter winter seasons.  The Levi ski resort in Kittilä, Finland, visible in this Copernicus Sentinel-2 image acquired on 15 September 2024, is an example of the several European resorts which...

Since 2023, the Amazon River has been affected by a severe drought. The consequences of the crisis are far-reaching, affecting local economies and resources. In Colombia, the depleted river has isolated some rural Indigenous communities which depend on rain and river water to survive, especially for food, drinking water, and navigation. In...

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Extensive destruction and the tragic loss of over 200 lives have resulted from severe flash floods which struck the Community of Valencia, Spain, on 29 October 2024. As of 4 November, recovery operations continue in previously inaccessible areas in the region. The Copernicus Emergency Management Service (CEMS) has been activated (EMSR773) to...

On Germany’s northern coast, the rising levels of the North Sea pose a threat to nearby communities and ecosystems. Encroaching sea water impacts not only sites along the shore, but also those further away by affecting farmland and habitats located more inland. In the village of Harlesiel, as in many places along the shore, sea dikes are being...

On 29 October 2024, the Community of Valencia in Spain has been hit by severe flooding, causing widespread devastation and the tragic loss of more than 200 lives. In response to the crisis, the Copernicus Emergency Management Service (CEMS) has been activated (EMSR773) to provide a comprehensive assessment of the extent of the flooding in the...

This data visualisation compares two Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite acquisitions over the area south of Valencia, Spain, captured on 26 and 31 October 2024, before and after the devastating floods which hit the area during the evening of 29 October. On 26 October, the area appears well delineated, with clear separations between densely...