# Екологія
Iran has reported an attack on a nuclear power plant where Russians are working
Iran has informed the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that a shell struck the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant on the evening of 17 March. There have been no reports of damage to the plant or of any staff being injured.
A damaged tanker belonging to Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’, carrying fuel, is drifting off the coast of Europe
An oil tanker belonging to Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’, which was recently struck by a drone, is drifting in the Mediterranean Sea. Italy says the vessel is carrying 992 tonnes of fuel and 66,000 tonnes of natural gas.
A war with Iran could result in long-term toxic contamination
Fires at oil depots and rocket explosions during the war with Iran have led to the release of toxic substances. Experts warn that the pollution could affect the health of millions of people and persist for decades.
An environmental alert has been declared in Moldova following Russia’s attack on the Dniester Hydroelectric Power Station
An environmental alert has been declared in Moldova following the pollution of the Dniester River, which, according to President Maia Sandu, was caused by a Russian strike on the Novodnistrovsk hydroelectric power station in Ukraine. She stated that the situation poses a threat to the country’s water supply
A severe snowstorm has hit the Alps: over a metre of snow has fallen in some areas
A powerful winter storm is sweeping across Europe’s mountainous regions, having already brought heavy snowfall to the Alps. In some areas, the amount of fresh snow has exceeded one metre.
A powerful eruption of the Chomad volcano occurred in the Carpathians about 30,000 years ago, and it could happen again.
The Carpathian Basin, now considered a peaceful tourist region, has experienced major geological events in the past. One such event was the powerful eruption of the Chomad volcano, which occurred approximately 30,000 years ago.
The State Emergency Service warns of flooding in seven regions of Ukraine
Between 20 and 25 February, Ukraine is expected to see a rise in river water levels due to thawing and precipitation, which could lead to flooding in a number of regions.
Snowstorm in the US causes massive pile-up: over 100 cars collide in Michigan
A powerful winter storm paralysed traffic on a motorway in Michigan — dozens of cars and trucks ended up in ditches, and many people were injured.
When will the frost begin to weaken in Ukraine, and what can we expect from the weather at the end of January?
This is not about global warming, but rather a gradual increase in temperature and changes in weather patterns due to the weakening influence of the anticyclone.
Why is Ukraine still in the grip of cold weather, and when can we expect warmer temperatures?
A powerful atmospheric block has settled over the country — winter is showing its harshest side and is in no hurry to retreat.
The Earth is approaching a dangerous threshold: 2025 was the third hottest year in history
New data from European scientists show that global warming is accelerating and the world is getting closer to the critical threshold set by the Paris Climate Agreement.
Massive shelling of Kherson region and bad weather: there are wounded, destruction and difficult road situation
Russian troops shelled the Kherson region on a massive scale throughout the day, injuring civilians and damaging residential and social infrastructure, while police officers are working in an emergency mode to help drivers and ensure traffic safety due to snowfall.
