European climate agency says temperatures last month were 0.93 degrees Celsius higher than normal over last 30 years, which scientist calls 'absolutely gobsmackingly bananas'

Forecasters say it's first tropical storm to hit Southern California in 84 years, bringing potential for flash floods, mudslides, isolated tornadoes, high winds and power outages

Workers toil in searing temperatures topping 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit) in order to make a living

Temperatures and humidity will rise and stay high until Monday at least; officials urge public to take extra care outside

Tehran sees temperatures of 38° C (100.4° F) as meteorologists predict the mercury will climb even higher during the rest of the week

Health Ministry warns public to stay in cool environments, drink lots of water and avoid physical exertion

Temperatures expected to rise above 35 degrees Celsius throughout the eastern part of the country

Global temperature breaks 17 Celsius (62.6 F) threshold for first time since measurements began; record expected to be broken soon as summer heats up in northern hemisphere

After estimated 300,000 homes lose power, Electric Corp blames management firm for failing to prepare, latter blames weather, malfunctions, and minister points to last government

Temperatures reach as high as 111.2°F with wind speeds reaching nearly 30 mph, as authorities scramble to prevent civilian harm and major property damage