# hosepipe (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover hosepipe. Page: Feed: --- ## [Welsh county becomes global hotspot for carbon emissions after wildfires](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp9e9rg255vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-22 · BBC News_ The smell of burning from the Blaenavon wildfire was reported 30 miles away in Cardiff. ## [Council set to axe climate emergency declaration](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1d1v63ngz1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-22 · BBC News_ Barnsley Council says a review is under way to asses climate and net zero-related activity. ## [How this 1960s ex-council house is managing to stay cool without air con](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cg5l3z7p922o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ The Passivhaus standard is growing in popularity as UK homeowners adapt to hotter summer temperatures. ## [Dog warning as suspected palm oil washes up on beach](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0km61yeeero?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ Palm oil can be toxic to dogs who may be attracted to its smell. ## [Should school holidays change to cope with extreme heat?](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/clyqd9x07q0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ Could changing the school holidays give pupils and teachers a break in largely unconditioned buildings? ## [Fixing park pond would 'impact other services'](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwyr079ve75o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ The price tag to fix problems at the pond has been projected at more than £100,000. ## [Tornadoes touch down in New York and Delaware](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cy07x9ne871o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ Tornadoes swept through New York and Delaware as severe storms brought torrential rain to the Mid-Atlantic. ## [Stormy autumn, cold winter - how might El Niño affect the UK weather?](https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/articles/cd0x17r4j0yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ This year's El Niño is expected to be the strongest in living memory and could lead to a range of impacts of the UK - including a stormy autumn. ## [El Niño set to be 'strongest in living memory', says Met Office](https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/articles/c3ekg93vjz9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ Scientists say the growing El Niño weather pattern is an "unprecedented event" and means 2027 is likely to be the world's hottest year on record. ## [King penguin chick hatches in UK heatwave](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyj3yrerpeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ The "very important little penguin" is the first of its kind to hatch in the UK in more than a decade. ## [CLI-first decentralized GPU compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/n79hULGMUQKR) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Pay workers or run your GPU for FFmpeg transcode and AI inference. ## [Wildfire-hit residents remove Greenpeace mural of Burnham from scorched mountain](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn7n0yvpm7vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ After wildfires the group painted an image bearing the words "Our house is on fire, Andy". ## [Experts battling extinctions after record heat](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg0y0pxvnvo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ Scientists are studying the plight of six species of butterfly and plant affected by the heatwaves. ## [Wildlife and ancient trees destroyed by A31 wildfire](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9v4zw822d7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ A Forestry England survey finds dead trees and wildlife, scorched bogs and areas devoid of plants. ## ['I've caught one fish all season' - how a polluted river could end 300 years of coracle fishing](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cewr9evwdwko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ The tradition on a Carmarthenshire river once fished by US President Jimmy Carter could be coming to an end. ## [Rain to stop in time for weekend as sun returns](https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/articles/c2el98pkd3po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-21 · BBC News_ The heavy downpours that have caused flash flooding will ease during Friday with sunshine returning for the weekend. But there are some chilly nights in store, as Ben Rich explains. ## [Rain to continue for UK with risk of flash flooding](https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/articles/cevm32j9pp3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-20 · BBC News_ The prolonged dry spell has come to an end with heavy, thundery showers continuing to sweep across the UK, as Ben Rich explains. ## [Zoo boss calls pipeline plan on site 'unacceptable'](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0rdl5zg208o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-20 · BBC News_ Proposals for a pipeline to transport carbon emissions to the coast would cut through the zoo. ## [Giant whales move into Greenland waters as ice disappears](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq6dn9gj7eno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-20 · BBC News_ Melting sea ice from climate change has opened up the region for giant whales to undertake "feeding frenzies". ## ['Incredible': SpaceX rocket spotted off Christmas Island coast](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c4gw160q3v3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-19 · BBC News_ A SpaceX rocket that blasted off from Texas in July, and crashed into the Indian Ocean, made an unexpected appearance off Christmas Island. ## [Rare cows part of estate's rewilding project](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8xnk2dgv5jo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-19 · BBC News_ White Park cattle arrive at the Castle Howard estate in North Yorkshire to support conservation. ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/XekCKvNarv5S) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [Work on £1.5m nature reserve to start next month](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cyvlz215ye4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-18 · BBC News_ A charity says the nature reserve will be a "very special thing" for the town once complete. ## [How soon will the drought be over?](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0kmlrkypjpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-18 · BBC News_ Rain has returned to parts of the UK this week but is it enough to end the drought some regions are facing? ## [Solar panel critic now 'supporter of plan'](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2dzjnzkqxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-18 · BBC News_ A dispute over a solar panel plan is resolved, with the complainant now a proponent for the site. ## [Watch: Flash flood sweeps vehicle away in Hawaii after Hurricane Lala](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c2el0wd0w3go?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ Tropical storm warnings remain for some of the state's islands, as the storm is due to progress west. ## [More hosepipe bans in force as drought declared - is your area affected?](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crk661074ejo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ Nearly 30 million people have been placed under hosepipe bans due to higher demand and low rainfall. ## [Consultation ending on controversial Rosebank oil field](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm2gm8je1kgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ Supporters and opponents of the controversial plans have been making their cases on the £8.7bn project. ## [Heat and farming changes stop sea lettuce growth](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm2gmex5883o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ St Aubin's Bay enjoys a summer without the green sea lettuce that has previously caused problems. ## [Muir resignation demand is 'not personal' says UFU](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5yvdglz962o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ The Ulster Farmers' Union rejects a claim that it is trying to dictate policy after a cattle cull. ## [Preservation order protects 300-year-old oak](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqjxpvge0w9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ Six tree preservation orders are issued to protect important trees across a borough in Devon. ## [Measures in place to protect historic oak tree](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn8npzp0exeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ The tree is thought to date back to the time of Sir Isaac Newton, who lived nearby. ## [Install Manifest V3 Extension (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/oX5pz18n5uyf) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Get this Manifest V3 extension from the official TronBrowser Store listing. ## ['I have never seen the pond so low in 17 years'](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2r471yp51o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ James Herd, who works for Surrey Wildlife Trust, says everyone needs to prepare for extreme weather. ## [About 100 homes swept away after Hurricane Lala lashes Hawaii](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crmrr7kjy9vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-17 · BBC News_ The state's governor says there "amazingly" does not seem to have been any loss of life besides a car crash. ## [Belgian wildfire doubles in size on third day tearing through nature reserve](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp8eex1nmpvo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-16 · BBC News_ Hundreds of firefighters are trying to contain the flames consuming the major park. ## [The influencers getting bitten while chasing the perfect shark shot](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5yvrn7rpqpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-15 · BBC News_ Tayane Dalazen was on a shark-diving trip in Brazil when she was attacked. ## [Hollywood actor seeks help from vicar for series](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj36g34r605o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-15 · BBC News_ Rev Paul Cawthorne helped Michael Sheen identify sites where toxic waste was dumped in the 1970s. ## [Cornish sardines back on menu for penguins](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwyj27y965wo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-15 · BBC News_ The move follows a chance conversation at the wildlife attraction and replaces imported fish. ## [Draft dark skies guidance drawn up for the Highlands](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cg4dw2e9dedo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-15 · BBC News_ The plan to reduce light pollution could be put out for public consultation at a later date. ## [Solar eclipse inspires talk of Pac-man and Shinto myths](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c33020jgyllo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-15 · BBC News_ Thousands turned out to watch the solar eclipse in the South West; here's what they made of it. ## ['Days of the farmers' union dictating policy are over' - Muir](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdj0pv2m812o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-14 · BBC News_ The Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir says he will continue to engage with the Ulster Farmers' Union. ## [Indian solar mission's new findings throw light on enduring Sun mysteries](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c934wqpd74xo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-14 · BBC News_ Why is the Sun's corona millions of degrees hotter than its surface? And how does it maintain its inexplicably high temperature? ## [You got hold of eclipse glasses just in time - here's what to do with them now](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckgdprd3mv9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-13 · BBC News_ Solar specs are tricky to recycle because of their lenses, so here are three things to do instead. ## [BBC Inside Science](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct9780?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-13 · BBC News_ Researchers have announced synthetic viruses designed by artificial intelligence. ## [Romania shuts only nuclear plant as heat causes huge drop in Danube River level](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqlxpq5q799o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-13 · BBC News_ The Cernavodă plant, which produces 20% of Romania's electricity, is not expected to be restarted within the next 10 days. ## [Crowds reflect on watching 'incredible' eclipse](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cr59pgp9pvro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-13 · BBC News_ People headed to beaches, parks and hills in their droves to catch the rare event. ## [Temperatures soar to 38C as amber extreme heat warning in effect](https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/articles/ce85pj0e20po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-13 · BBC News_ Heat is spiking again on Thursday with a rare warning in place and more records falling. ## [Cloudy skies lead to mixed fortunes for Scotland's eclipse hunters](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5y49e2z8yno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-13 · BBC News_ Scotland's best chance of seeing a solar eclipse in 27 years left some disappointed, though there were moments of magic. ## [Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx256pp33l3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-12 · BBC News_ Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle. ## [Once-in-a-generation solar eclipse wows millions in UK and Europe](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckgdp4923rdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-12 · BBC News_ More than 95% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in Cornwall, while parts of Spain experienced the magic of a total eclipse. ## [Watch: Hydrogen car breaks land speed record at 406 mph](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cvgjz88zpr1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-12 · BBC News_ The new record surpasses the previous official hydrogen combustion title set in 2004 by more than double the speed. ## [Generations of fish 'wiped out' after pollution incident](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqlxp5lp9ndo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) _2026-08-12 · BBC News_ The Department of Environment said 5km of the Kilkeel River in the Mournes area was impacted.