The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Tuesday that the ongoing heatwave in Bihar will soon subside, providing much-needed relief from high temperatures. Concurrently, heavy rainfall is forecasted for the Northeast and Western regions of India. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are on red alert for extremely heavy rains. Uttarakhand is expected to see heavy showers on June 28-29. Coastal regions, including Konkan, Goa, and Karnataka, are set to experience significant rainfall over the next few days due to advancing monsoons. Light to moderate rains are also expected in several other states, including Uttar Pradesh and Odisha.

Saudi Arabia has reported a death toll of 1,301 during this year's Hajj pilgrimage, attributing 83% of the fatalities to unauthorised pilgrims who endured soaring temperatures near Mecca. Health Minister Fahd bin Abdurrahman Al-Jalajel disclosed that 95 pilgrims are receiving medical treatment, with some airlifted to Riyadh. Identification delays were noted due to the lack of documents among the deceased. The victims, including over 660 Egyptians, were primarily affected by the extreme heat, which reached between 46-49 degrees Celsius. Saudi authorities have cracked down on unauthorised pilgrims, expelling tens of thousands amid ongoing safety concerns.

A yellow heat health alert has been issued across most of England as temperatures are expected to soar to 31°C this week. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Met Office warn of potential impacts on health and social care due to high temperatures until Thursday. Vulnerable groups, especially those over 65 or with health conditions, face increased risks. Despite the heatwave, showers, thunderstorms, and rain are predicted by midweek. The alert categorizes risks from green (no alert) to red (emergency). This comes after the wettest spring recorded, with the UK experiencing its warmest May and spring ever.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for heavy rains in southern India, including Kerala, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. The southwest monsoon is expected to advance in the next three days, bringing isolated extremely heavy rainfall to Goa and the Konkan region by June 27. Meanwhile, heatwave conditions in west Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana will continue till Tuesday before subsiding. The IMD has forecast favorable conditions for the monsoon to advance in North Arabian Sea, Gujarat, and other parts of the country in the next three days.

Heavy rainfall has forced hundreds of residents in Rock Valley, Iowa to evacuate their homes due to severe flooding. Sirens blared at 2 am, warning residents to leave as the Rock River overflowed its banks. The town lacks running water, and a state of emergency has been declared in 21 counties. Drone footage shows streets submerged, with only roofs and treetops visible. Neighboring South Dakota has also declared an emergency, with the town of Canton receiving 18 inches of rain. The flooding comes as much of the US swelters under extreme heat, with residents longing for relief.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts a decline in heatwave conditions in Northwest India by June 25. Coastal and south interior Karnataka, Kerala, Mahe, Konkan, and Goa are under a red alert due to expected heavy rainfall. Northwestern states, including Delhi, are experiencing relief with temperatures dropping to around 40°C. Meanwhile, Maharashtra's Palghar faces submerged bridges, and Kerala reports 11 rain-related deaths. The IMD has also issued an orange alert for Maharashtra and parts of eastern India as monsoon conditions advance across the country.

A devastating heat wave has claimed at least six lives in metro Phoenix, with 87 more deaths under investigation, according to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health. Temperatures soared to 115°F (46°C) on Thursday and Friday, making them the hottest days of 2024 so far. An excessive heat warning remains in effect, with some relief possible over the weekend. A 30% chance of rain is forecasted, which may bring a slight cool down to 110°F (43.3°C). However, temperatures are expected to rise again next week. The heat wave has affected much of the US, with numerous areas experiencing record-breaking temperatures.

The flood situation in Assam remains grim, with 27 deaths reported and over 390,000 people affected across 19 districts. Displacement figures have risen to 171,000, with only 15,160 seeking shelter in relief camps. The state government has set up 245 relief camps, with Karimganj having the highest number. Heavy rainfall, 51% above normal, has caused three major rivers to overflow. Although rainfall decreased on Friday, the situation remains critical. Authorities are working to provide aid and relief to those affected. The districts of Kamrup, Tamulpur, and Hailakandi are among the worst hit.

India's longest-ever heatwave is driving a dramatic rise in nighttime temperatures, according to a new study by Climate Central and Climate Trends. With Delhi recording its hottest night ever at 35.2°C and many cities seeing a surge in sweltering nights, the heatwave has led to hundreds of deaths and 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases. Experts warn that high nighttime temperatures, which prevent cooling and rest, pose severe health risks, especially to vulnerable populations. The climate crisis, fueled by fossil fuel emissions, is exacerbating these extreme conditions, with urban areas particularly affected by the heat island effect.

The heatwave across North India has begun to relent, with temperatures dropping by 2-3 degrees Celsius. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) lifted heatwave warnings, except for isolated areas in West Uttar Pradesh and Jammu division. Monsoon progress continues, expected to reach East Uttar Pradesh in 3-4 days. Moderate rain is forecasted for Delhi today due to a western disturbance. Heavy to very heavy rainfall hit several regions recently, with IMD predicting further rain in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi.