Written by adminJune 18, 2026
(June 18, 2026) – Climate Change News Updates
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Weather News Updates
Loaded 107 stories from 11 working feeds. Last updated: June 18, 2026, 07:22 AM PHT.
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SOUTHEAST ASIA
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1.Asia Hit by Record Heat, Floods and Drought in 2025 – Devdiscourse
"climate change policy OR scientific findings when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 06:10 PM PHT -
ASIA NEWS
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1.Extreme heat and rainfall, glacier loss and record ocean heat impact Asia in 2025 – World Meteorological Organization WMO
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 02:13 PM PHT -
2.Plantwatch: Russian dandelion offers solution to global rubber shortage
Paul Simons — June 17, 2026, 01:00 PM PHT -
REST OF THE WORLD
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1.Tracking Storms: Heavy rain and storms threaten Alabama through Friday – WVTM
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 07:02 PM PHT -
2.Tracking the Tropics: PTC One could bring 'dangerous flash flooding' to Alabama – WVTM
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 11:34 AM PHT -
3.Hurricane forecast says US should brace for first named Atlantic storm – USA Today
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 11:46 PM PHT -
4.Crews now battling 2 Everglades wildfires near Doral as thick smoke and ash impact air quality – CBS News
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 11:46 AM PHT -
5.Tropical downpours trigger flooding in the South as Invest 90L develops in the Gulf of America – FOX Weather
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 01:22 AM PHT -
6.Stakeholders Seek Policy Reforms on Climate Change on Rural Communities – THISDAYLIVE
"climate change policy OR scientific findings when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 07:16 AM PHT -
7.Eastern Washington wildfire forces evacuations and destroys homes – FOX 13 Seattle
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 06:29 AM PHT -
8.Dangerous flooding from Tropical Storm Arthur, first of the Atlantic season, threatens Gulf Coast – WABE
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 04:17 AM PHT -
9.Severe Weather Alert Day for rain, wind on Thursday AM – WTAE
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 06:55 AM PHT -
10.Wildfires burning near Everglades force officials to close roads in Miami-Dade, Broward as blaze worsens – CBS News
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 06:51 AM PHT -
11.As Arthur comes ashore, season’s first tropical storm may bring worsening rain – The Washington Post
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 06:51 AM PHT -
12.Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on June 17 – Sacramento Bee
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 06:44 AM PHT -
13.Idaho wildfires: Quick-moving blaze burns near Wendell – KTVB
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 06:25 AM PHT -
14.Tropical Storm Arthur Forms Near Texas, Bringing Heavy Rain and Flooding to the Gulf Coast – The New York Times
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 06:23 AM PHT -
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16.Severe storms bring threats of tornadoes, hail, flooding; Wind Advisory issued – WSBT
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 06:05 AM PHT -
17.Tropical Storm Arthur tracking map: Updated path and forecast – Sun Sentinel
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 05:42 AM PHT -
18.Old Emigrant Fire grows in eastern Oregon, Bend under red flag warning – Statesman Journal
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 05:35 AM PHT -
19.Parts of Florida brace for heavy rain from Tropical Storm Arthur – Tallahassee Democrat
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 05:29 AM PHT -
20.Tracking Tropical Storm Arthur: Possible flooding, tornado risk in Alabama Thursday – WVTM
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 05:06 AM PHT -
21.Kentucky weather tomorrow: Severe storms, localized flooding risk – FOX 56 News
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 04:52 AM PHT -
22.Wildfires force evacuations near Upriver Drive and Kellogg – KXLY.com
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 12:37 AM PHT -
23.Study finds urbanization in the Hong Kong Greater Bay Area intensifies extreme heat and heavy rainfall risks – Phys.org
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 04:20 AM PHT -
24.Nearly 12,000 residents have been evacuated as a wildfire spreads in Washington – ABC News – Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 04:18 AM PHT -
25.Even as severe threat shifts, Chicago area could see chance of flash flooding – NBC 5 Chicago
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 04:17 AM PHT -
26.Heat Waves Making Wildfires Worse in the Western United States – University of California, Merced
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 04:00 AM PHT -
27.Extreme Weather, Global Instability, and Safety Increasingly Influencing Summer Vacations – TravelPulse
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 03:55 AM PHT -
28.Life-threatening flooding expected across the South as Tropical Storm Arthur develops in the Gulf – FOX Weather
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 11:54 PM PHT -
29.Cars Can Spark Wildfires, Drivers Can Take Steps to Stay Safe This Fire Season – Ark Valley Voice
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 03:32 AM PHT -
30.Wildfires in Krasnoyarsk, Siberia – NASA Earthdata (.gov)
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 03:32 AM PHT -
31.Severe storms on the way for Southeast Michigan — here’s a timeline – ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 03:23 AM PHT -
32.Heavy flooding cause the drowning of chickens in Mississippi – FOX Weather
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 03:17 AM PHT -
33.Special Weather Statement Issued (flood bulletin, June 17-21, 2026) – Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
"severe weather advisories OR emergency bulletins when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 03:03 AM PHT -
34.Midwest Tornado Outbreak: Severe Weather Risks | Newswise – Newswise
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 02:25 AM PHT -
35.New AI-enhanced tools detect electrical arcing, reduce wildfires – EurekAlert!
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 02:20 AM PHT -
36.Climate advocacy by scientists shows mixed effects, no clear trust boost or backlash – Phys.org
"climate change policy OR scientific findings when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 02:20 AM PHT -
37.Wildfire in Washington State Prompts Evacuation Orders – The New York Times
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 02:07 AM PHT -
38.Severe weather threat appears to shift for Chicago area. Here's what's changed – NBC 5 Chicago
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 02:00 AM PHT -
39.Heat waves increase wildfire risk – a new study explains how much, and it’s not a small number – The Conversation
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 02:00 AM PHT -
40.The Latest Recruiting Updates for Miami Hurricanes Football – The Miami Hurricane
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 01:42 AM PHT -
41.Two Central Vermonters Invited to Washington Event Honoring Extreme Weather Survivors – The Montpelier Bridge
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 01:39 AM PHT -
42.More Canadians now report being affected by extreme weather, poll suggests – CityNews Kitchener
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 01:34 AM PHT -
43.Tropical Storm Arthur forms; potential for severe storms, flooding in Georgia from remnants – WSB-TV
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 01:34 AM PHT -
44.Severe storms possible in two rounds across central Ohio June 17 – The Columbus Dispatch
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 01:29 AM PHT -
45.What to know about Tropical Storm Arthur in 60 seconds or less – Tallahassee Democrat
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 01:22 AM PHT -
46.Trump’s FEMA Nominee Calls Staff Cuts a ‘Challenge’ for Disaster Agency
Scott Dance — June 18, 2026, 01:10 AM PHT -
47.Oregon declares wildfire emergency – Capital Press
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 01:05 AM PHT -
48.Wednesday, June 17 update from the National Hurricane Center: Latest on Tropical Storm Arthur – Rock Hill Herald
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 12:55 AM PHT -
49.Flood watch issued for most of Georgia as remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur approach – CBS News
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 12:50 AM PHT -
50.Chicago weather: Severe storms with flash flooding, tornadoes possible – CBS News
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 12:38 AM PHT -
51.2 wildfires burn 8,000 acres in western Miami-Dade, pollute air quality in South Florida – WPLG Local 10
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 12:35 AM PHT -
52.Wildfires burn in western Miami-Dade, affect Broward – WPLG Local 10
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 18, 2026, 12:27 AM PHT -
53.Tropics update: Tropical Storm Arthur becomes first named storm of 2026 Atlantic hurricane season – KHOU
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 11:57 PM PHT -
54.Novel study defines ‘vertical marine heatwaves’ in Chesapeake Bay – W&M News
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 11:36 PM PHT -
55.Crews in South Florida now battling 2 wildfires; 3500-acre Quarry 2 Fire and 450-acre Well Fire – dailydispatch.com
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 10:39 PM PHT -
56.Flash flooding, severe weather hits parts of Texas – Spectrum News
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 10:30 PM PHT -
57.Threat for severe weather remains, flooding also a concern – WGN-TV
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 10:22 PM PHT -
58.Europe battles escalating forest fires amid severe drought – DW
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 10:13 PM PHT -
59.Flooding rains in the South, with an unusually potent severe weather outbreak possible in the Midwest today – The Eyewall
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 10:12 PM PHT -
60.Here's what we know about the Spokane wildfire – The Seattle Times
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 10:08 PM PHT -
61.Update on Miami-Dade wildfires: Over 5,000 acres burned – USA Today
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:59 PM PHT -
62.Quad Cities faces flash flooding, high wind warnings – KWQC
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:56 PM PHT -
63.Rising temperatures may increase flood risk through river ‘whiplash’, study finds
Pippa Neill — June 17, 2026, 09:24 PM PHT -
64.Tornado Threat, Flash Flooding Possible With Wednesdays Severe Weather – Patch
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:20 PM PHT -
65.Extreme Weather and Geopolitical Tensions Are Reshaping Americans' Travel Decisions This Summer – PR Newswire
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:00 PM PHT -
66.WA’s wildfire season forecast arrives – The Seattle Times
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:00 PM PHT -
67.Flash flooding, strong-to-severe storm risks rising ahead of Potential Tropical Cyclone One – WDHN
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:54 PM PHT -
68.Rounds of severe storms in Chicago area could bring flash flooding but tornado risk lower; ground stop at O'Hare – CBS News
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:31 PM PHT -
69.Tropical Storm Arthur brings significant flood threat – WAFB
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:19 PM PHT -
70.How Music and the Arts Are Changing Climate Conversations and Inspiring Hope – Global Citizen
"climate change policy OR scientific findings when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:16 PM PHT -
71.System may strengthen into Tropical Storm Arthur near Texas coast – WDSU
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:06 PM PHT -
72.7 AM Tropical Update: Potential Tropical Cyclone 1 remains unorganized – WWLTV.com
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:06 PM PHT -
73.US public still favours action on climate change despite Trump’s fossil fuel drive
Oliver Milman — June 17, 2026, 08:00 PM PHT -
74.Severe storms and strong winds threaten southern Wisconsin – WISN
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 07:58 PM PHT -
75.What to know about Potential Tropical Cyclone One in 60 seconds or less – St. Augustine Record
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 07:57 PM PHT -
76.New Orleans leaders to outline storm preparations ahead of expected severe weather – WWLTV.com
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 07:46 PM PHT -
77.Two new wildfires burning in eastern Washington – KING5.com
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 07:46 PM PHT -
78.Removing the roadless rule won’t protect us from wildfires – Environment America
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 07:35 PM PHT -
79.Level 4/5 severe storm threat places millions across Midwest in path of violent tornadoes, flash flooding – FOX Weather
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 06:34 PM PHT -
80.2026 El Niño Health Risks: Six Extreme Weather Threats Facing the Americas – ACCESS Newswire
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 06:31 PM PHT -
81.Two wildfires continue burning in west Miami-Dade leading to air quality concerns in South Florida – CBS News
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 06:26 PM PHT -
82.Potential Tropical Cyclone One: 5 a.m. update – WGNO
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 06:22 PM PHT -
83.Violent tornadoes and flash flooding fuel extreme risk zone across the Midwest – FOX Weather
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 06:21 PM PHT -
84.Flooding, severe storms possible Wednesday evening across Southeast Michigan — what to know – ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 06:04 PM PHT -
85.The ocean has shielded us from the worst of climate change. Now it is running a fever | Karina Von Schuckmann
Karina Von Schuckmann — June 17, 2026, 06:00 PM PHT -
86.Latest update from the NHC on the Potential Tropical Cyclone for Wednesday, June 17 – Hilton Head Island Packet
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 01:59 PM PHT -
87.More than 20,000-acre wildfire burns south of Yakima; fire near Spokane threatens homes – KATU
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 11:33 AM PHT -
88.Governor declares state of emergency as wildfires threaten Central Oregon – KTVZ
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 10:47 AM PHT -
89.As El Nino threatens draught, weak monsoon, Centre plans to hold review meetings every week – jharkhandstatenews.com
"El Nino OR La Nina OR monsoon OR atmospheric rivers when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 10:45 AM PHT -
90.Army Black Knights @ Tulsa Golden Hurricane: Live game updates, stats, play-by-play – Yahoo Sports
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:46 AM PHT -
91.Structures lost in wildfire near Spokane Valley, evacuation ordered for thousands – KXLY.com
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:40 AM PHT -
92.Kotek declares state of emergency due to wildfire threat – Central Oregon Daily
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:35 AM PHT -
93.Wind-driven wildfire in Spokane prompts evacuations, destroys structures – NBC News
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:31 AM PHT -
94.Severe storm threat to bring heavy rain and thunderstorms to the Northeast later this week – FOX Weather
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:21 AM PHT -
95.Weather Aware: Parish-by-parish updates for heavy rainfall this week – Unfiltered with Kiran
"extreme weather events OR rainfall OR flooding when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 09:14 AM PHT -
96.13,569 Landslide-Prone Sites Identified in Himachal as Climate Patterns Shift – The News Himachal
"climate change policy OR scientific findings when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:36 AM PHT -
97.Tropical Storm Arthur? Texas Impacts, Flooding and Heat Update – Texas Storm Chasers
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:29 AM PHT -
98.SpokAnimal offers free boarding for evacuated animals in Spokane County wildfires – KXLY.com
"heatwaves OR droughts OR wildfires when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 08:10 AM PHT -
99.Tracking the Tropics: The latest models for Potential Tropical Cyclone One – WJCL
"typhoon OR hurricane OR cyclone updates when:7d" – Google News — June 17, 2026, 07:53 AM PHT
