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Cockatoos suffer hypothermia, frozen wings in Victorian Alps, Australia

Coco Veldkamp
abc.net.au
Sun, 27 Jul 2025 17:57 UTC
Gang-gang cockatoos are Australia's only cool-climate parrot.
© Jo MitlehnerGang-gang cockatoos are Australia's only cool-climate parrot.
Skiers and holiday-makers are enjoying one of the strongest season openings for years as thick snow blankets the Victorian Alps.

But gang-gang cockatoos, who usually prefer cool temperatures, are at risk of dying in the freezing conditions.

The endangered birds are being found grounded in the snow, weak and disoriented, suffering from hypothermia.

Deb Howie, who has been rescuing stricken birds at Falls Creek, said the "cold and windy" conditions were taking a toll.

"This winter has been so brutal ... we're finding that there are quite a few gang-gangs that are actually struggling," she said.

"They're grounded on the snow, and they don't really move.
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Summertime replacement of snow-covered rail track in China's Qinghai


Xinhua
Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:35 UTC
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Over 130 workers recently carried out a track replacement operation on a snow-covered railroad in Qinghai, China. A 946-meter-long section at an altitude of 4,484 meters was upgraded in less than four hours.


Comment: Also recently in northern China: Qilian Mountains in China glisten with summer snow

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July snow forecast in Alps shocks Europeans...Up to 30 cm as global temps plummet!

P.Gosselin
NoTricksZone
Sun, 27 Jul 2025 16:12 UTC
Here's what the ECMWF is forecasting for Europe the next 7 days:
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© ECMWF via Snowfan.
Earlier this year, the usual suspects were putting out horror scenarios of a summer of heat and drought across Europe in 2025. The most extreme model runs, with temperatures soaring to 45°C, were presented as serious forecasts and as being worrying evidence of runaway climate change.

But now the opposite has occurred and the fear-mongers are now either quiet or simply distorting the facts.

Especially in Central Europe, like across Germany, the weather has turned cool and rainy.

Germany's Das Wetter.com here recently has since warned of 30cm of snowfall in the Alps - in July!:
Anyone who thought the last few weeks had been cool and changeable should dress warmly. Because from Monday, temperatures across Germany will continue to plummet. This is due to a wave of cold Arctic air rushing in from the far north. Highs of under 20 degrees will then be the reality in many places - in July!"
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Unseasonal snowfall in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan in July

Rija Sohaib
propakistani.pk
Wed, 23 Jul 2025 19:28 UTC
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In an unusual weather event, Babusar Top, a popular tourist destination in Gilgit-Baltistan, experienced unexpected snowfall in July, causing temperatures to plummet below the freezing point.

The sudden change in weather left both locals and tourists astonished. Following the snowfall, Babusar Top transformed into a scenic winter landscape, drawing large crowds of visitors who eagerly enjoyed the rare summer snowfall.

In response, the district administration has advised tourists to exercise caution due to the risk of slippery roads and cold temperatures.

To ensure smooth traffic flow, heavy machinery has been deployed on roads leading to Babusar Top to manage potential disruptions caused by the snow.


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Qilian Mountains in China glisten with summer snow

Ma Jingna, Wang Zhe
China Daily
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:59 UTC
The picturesque scenery under the Qilian Mountains after the rain presents a scene of unparalleled beauty.
© Wang XiaojingThe picturesque scenery under the Qilian Mountains after the rain presents a scene of unparalleled beauty.
In recent days, the foot of the Qilian Mountains in Minle county, Gansu province, has been blessed with rainfall and, at the highest elevations, snow, adorning the peaks with a glistening silver coat. The fields are alive with color.

From a distance, the snow-capped peaks create a breathtaking vista.

Nourished by the rain, the verdant green mountain peaks, lush meadows, and the harmonious blend of scattered dwellings and billowing white clouds have come together to paint a picture-perfect tableau that captivates the senses and stirs the soul.

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Mid-July snow falls on Sunshine Village in Banff National Park, Alberta

Stephen Hunt
CTV News
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:22 UTC
Snow fell on Sunshine Village in Banff National Park Thursday.
© Facebook/SunshineVillageSnow fell on Sunshine Village in Banff National Park Thursday.
Nothing says mid-July in southern Alberta quite like 'snow day in Sunshine Village'.

As improbable as it may seem, the popular Banff ski resort posted images from its webcam at 12:26 p.m. Thursday of snow falling on Goat's Eye Mountain.

"Meanwhile, on top of Goat's Eye," the resort posted on its Facebook page, "Yep, this is a live shot taken from our webcam at 12:26 p.m. on Thursday, July 10."

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Rare snowfall transforms South Africa's Cederberg Mountains into winter wonderland


SnowBrains
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:53 UTC
The Cederberg Mountains of South Africa were blanked in snow on Tuesday—a region that seldomly receives precipitation.
© Wow AfricaThe Cederberg Mountains of South Africa were blanked in snow on Tuesday—a region that seldomly receives precipitation.
A rare and picturesque snowfall blanketed parts of South Africa's Western Cape this week, transforming the normally dry and rugged Cederberg Mountains into a winter wonderland. On Tuesday, July 8, Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve located northeast of Cape Town was among the areas that received snow, with photos and videos posted to social media showing a layer of white dusting the region's iconic sandstone formations.

The reserve, known for its semi-desert climate, seldom sees snow, making the event an unusual and breathtaking spectacle.

While snow occasionally falls in South Africa's highlands during the winter months, accumulation in the arid Cederberg range is infrequent. Temperatures dropped sharply overnight as a cold front swept across parts of the country, bringing light snowfall to higher elevations.

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Temperature extremes: Burst of July snow follows a dramatic temperature drop in parts of Canada

Nathan Howes
The Weather Network
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 11:53 UTC
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A wintry blast is occurring in parts of Canada after a sharp temperature drop, just 24 hours after a heat warning was in place

Talk about a weather whiplash.

Twenty-four hours ago, the northern Yukon was enjoying a blast of summer heat, like much of Canada. And now, a special weather statement, instead of a heat warning, is in place for northern parts of the territory--warning of wintry weather through Wednesday afternoon.

According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), a significant drop in temperatures began on Tuesday after northerly winds off the Beaufort Sea increased to moderate to strong speeds, leading to a mix of wintry weather, including snow, in the northern Yukon.

The special weather statement covers the northern Yukon, including Old Crow and northern sections of the Dempster Highway.
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July snowfall in Slovenia


Sarajevo Times
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 21:06 UTC
The passage of a cold front caused snowfall in Slovenia today.

"With the passage of the cold front, the snowfall limit fell to an altitude of about 2,200 meters above sea level. Snow is falling on Kredarica and Kanin," announced the Slovenian Environment Agency (ARSO).

Kredarica and Kanin are located in the Julian Alps in Slovenia.

Kredarica is particularly important for weather monitoring, as it is home to the highest Slovenian meteorological station at 2,514 meters above sea level.

In the past, as well as today, the meteorological station at Kredarica is extremely important for monitoring climate changes in the high mountains and upper layers of the atmosphere. It is also important for monitoring the condition of the nearby Triglav Glacier. The highest snow depth of seven meters was measured on April 22, 2001.
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12 inches of July snow blankets the European Alps

Steven Agar
SnowBrains
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:53 UTC
Summer snow has blanketed the Alps.
© Winterdienst-BilderSummer snow has blanketed the Alps.
A rare summer cold front swept across the Alps overnight, blanketing mountains in snow and sending temperatures tumbling well below seasonal norms. The weather event, which began late July 7 and continued into July 8, brought snow to elevations as low as 7,500 feet (2,300 meters).

Meteorological data confirmed that snow accumulations ranged from 1 to 2 inches (2 to 5 centimeters) around 8,900 feet (2,700 meters), 4 to 8 inches (10 to 20 centimeters) near 10,500 feet (3,200 meters), and up to 12 inches (30 centimeters) at the highest points of the Mont-Blanc massif. The snowfall was accompanied by a sharp drop in temperatures, with maximum readings of 66°F to 72°F (19 °C to 22°C) in the plains and just 50°F to 55°F (10 °C to 13°C) at 5,000 feet (1,500 meters)—5 to 10 degrees below average for this time of year.

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