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Wildfires engulf parts of France and Spain

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2 years ago

April 17, 2023

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Wildfires in Europe are continuing to burn as Spanish town is put on high alert

A raging wildfire is threatening the Spanish town of Portbou in Catalonia, on the border with France.

The blaze began on the French side of the border and crossed over to Spain on Sunday, sparking the evacuation of some farmhouses and residents.

Spanish state media say at least 750 hectares of land have burned in both sides of the border.

Trains and roads connecting the two countries were also shut.

The Catalan government said it had sent nine fire crews to help fight the inferno on the French side.

Meanwhile a second fire started near another French town along the Mediterranean coast. Hundreds of firefighters were deployed.

Spain and southern France continued to experience wildfires over the winter, with low rainfall following last summer’s severe drought.

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Climate report warns of rising heat deaths and property losses

Australia faces dire climate predictions, with potential for massive property value losses and thousands of heat-related deaths without action

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4 hours ago

September 15, 2025

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Australia faces dire climate predictions, with potential for massive property value losses and thousands of heat-related deaths without action

In Short:
– Climate change could cause hundreds of deaths and $500 billion decline in property values in Australia.
– Increased extreme weather events may lead to rising insurance costs and potential uninsurability of homes.

A government report warns that climate change could lead to significant challenges for Australia, with hundreds of deaths expected from heat-related illnesses.

Property values may decline by up to $500 billion as homes risk becoming uninsurable due to extreme weather events.

The assessment by the Albanese Government forecasts increased frequency of floods, cyclones, and bushfires.The report anticipates over a thousand potential heat-related fatalities in Sydney and Melbourne if action is not taken.

The projected increase in heat-related deaths in Australia’s capital cities, as outlined in the report. Picture: Climate Risk Assessment

Rising sea levels and extreme weather are expected to escalate insurance costs, making coverage unaffordable or unavailable.

Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen acknowledged that many Australians will find these projections distressing, but they underscore the urgency of addressing climate change.

Changes in total annual freight costs by Local Government Area in a 2090 scenario, compared to 2024. Picture: Australia’s National Climate Risk Assessment

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Projected increases in heat-related deaths are particularly concerning. For instance, at a 1.5-degree rise in temperatures, heat-related mortality in Sydney could increase by 103%, reaching about 450 deaths annually at a 3-degree rise.

Coastal flooding days are expected to increase significantly in major urban areas, necessitating critical intervention.

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The Coalition reshuffles after record low poll

Coalition hits record low vote in Newspoll, prompting a significant frontbench reshuffle by deputy leader Sussan Ley.

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5 hours ago

September 15, 2025

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Coalition hits record low vote in Newspoll, prompting a significant frontbench reshuffle by deputy leader Sussan Ley.

The Coalition has slumped to a record low primary vote in the latest Newspoll, sparking a major frontbench reshuffle by deputy leader Sussan Ley.

The shake-up, which includes sacking Jacinta Nampijinpa Price and elevating James Paterson, is being seen as a high-stakes attempt to stabilise the Opposition amid internal rifts.

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Trump pushes NATO on Russia sanctions

Trump ready to impose sanctions on Russia, urges NATO to halt oil purchases and consider tariffs on China.

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6 hours ago

September 15, 2025

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Trump ready to impose sanctions on Russia, urges NATO to halt oil purchases and consider tariffs on China.

President Donald Trump says he is prepared to impose sweeping sanctions on Russia, but only if NATO allies act in unison by halting oil purchases from Moscow.

He has also urged the bloc to consider tariffs on China, arguing this would weaken Beijing’s support for Russia once the war ends.

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