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Morocco heatwave kills over 20 people in 24 hours

Morocco heatwave kills over 20 people in 24 hours

Heatwave in Morocco has killed at least 21 people, authorities said on Thursday.

Dozens drown in Russia amid heatwave

Dozens drown in Russia amid heatwave

Seven children were among 49 people who drowned across Russia on Saturday as they sought relief in water bodies amid scorching heat.

World Environment Day: How Nigerian youth tackle heatwave

World Environment Day: How Nigerian youth tackle heatwave

As the world marks the environment day on June 5, a youth group in Nigeria's northern state of Kano seeks to improve the area's vegetation cover.

Morocco braces for new heatwave

Morocco braces for new heatwave

An orange alert was issued by authorities as temperatures are expected to soar between 40 and 44 degrees Celsius between Tuesday and Friday.

Malians suffer under high temperatures

Malians suffer under high temperatures

Extreme heat in Mali has subjected many people in the country to discomfort and sickness.

Several provinces in Morocco warned of coming heatwave

Several provinces in Morocco warned of coming heatwave

High temperatures are also expected to affect a number of regions with temperatures expected to soar to 35 to 39 degrees Celsius.

South Sudan closes schools due to extreme heat

South Sudan closes schools due to extreme heat

The South Sudanese government has closed schools due to extreme heat.

Morocco temperature goes above 50 degrees Celsius

Morocco temperature goes above 50 degrees Celsius

Morocco’s meteorological department says the country has for the first time witnessed temperature above 50 degrees Celsius.

Algeria contains fire raging in its forests

Algeria contains fire raging in its forests

Wildfires have claimed the lives of at least 34 people, including 10 soldiers, and forced about 1,500 people to evacuate their homes.

10 soldiers among dozens killed as Algeria battles to contain wildfires

10 soldiers among dozens killed as Algeria battles to contain wildfires

Operations were underway to extinguish fires in six provinces, the Interior Ministry said, calling on citizens to "avoid areas affected by the fires" and to report new blazes on toll-free phone numbers.

In pictures: People cool off in style amid heatwave

In pictures: People cool off in style amid heatwave

Countries around the world are experiencing record-breaking high temperatures leaving people searching for ways to cope.

India heatwave kills nearly 100 people

India heatwave kills nearly 100 people

Most of those who died were elderly people. The authorities have now advised people aged 60 and above to remain indoors to avoid the scorching weather.